1973 Ford Pinto Runabout
The Runabout added a hatchback to the 1973 Pinto subcompact line; at $2,086 on the 94" wheelbase, it proved popular with 150,603 built.
Confidence
90%
3R11X204649
122 CID I4 (X)
Engine
Runabout
Body
San Jose, CA (R)
Plant
Malaise Era
Era
No factory image on file
1973 Ford Pinto
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 3 | 1973 |
| Plant Code | R | San Jose, CA (R) |
| Model Code | 11 | Pinto |
| Engine Code | X | 122 CID I4 (X) |
| Serial Number | 204649 | Production #204649 |
Basic Information
MakeFord
ModelPinto
Year1973
Body StyleRunabout
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMalaise Era
Engine & Details
Engine122 CID I4 (X)
Assembly PlantSan Jose, CA (R)
Plant CodeR
Pattern SourceFord
Specifications
Engine
Engine122 CID I4
Cylinders4
Displacement122 CID
Dimensions
Production150603
Doors3
Weight2254
Height49.6
Length164.1
Rear Tread55
Width69.4
Wheelbase94
Drivetrain
AxleSemifloating
Transmission2.8
Clutch TypeSingle dry plate
DifferentialHypoid
Differential Ratio3.55
Steering GearRack & pinion
1st Gear Ratio3.65
DriveRear wheel drive
4th Gear Ratio1
2nd Gear Ratio1.97
3rd Gear Ratio1.37
Gears4
Reverse Ratio3.66
Suspension
Rear SuspensionSemi-elliptic leaf springs
Front SuspensionIndependent ball joint with coil springs
Tire SizeA78 x 13
Brakes
Brake Drum Size9
Service BrakesHydraulic self-adjusting
Parking BrakeCable and conduit on rear service brakes
Fuel & Electrical
Oil Capacity3.5
Fuel Capacity11
LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
RadiatorTubular and fin
IgnitionDistributor and coil
Cooling6.8 Quarts / Centrifugal water pump
ExhaustSingle
Fuel TypeRegular
Battery12
Equipment
Equipment122 cu. in. Inline 4 engine / Air conditioning / Radio
Colors
Exterior ColorsAll colors may not be available in all models. / Blue Glow / Bright Green Gold Metallic / Bright Red / Dark Green Metallic / Gold Glow / Ivy Glow / Light Blue / Light Pewter Metallic / Light Yellow Gold / Medium Blue Metallic / Medium Bright Yellow / Medium Brown Metallic / Medium Green Metallic / Tan / Two Tone Colors Available / White
Pricing
MSRP$2086.00
Other
Wsize13 x 4
Specifications are for this model. The 1973 VIN resolves model year, model, body style, and engine; the engine shown is the VIN-coded engine (other engines were optional). Figures vary by option and are representative of the model as built.