1977 Ford Pinto Runabout Hatchback
The Pinto was Ford's subcompact for 1977. Flory records 74,237 built for 1977 at a base price of $3,353.
Confidence
90%
7X11Y224301
140 CID I4 (Y)
Engine
Runabout Hatchback
Body
St. Thomas, Ontario, Canada (X)
Plant
Malaise Era
Era
No factory image on file
1977 Ford Pinto
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Year Code | 7 | 1977 |
| Plant Code | X | St. Thomas, Ontario, Canada (X) |
| Model Code | 11 | Pinto |
| Engine Code | Y | 140 CID I4 (Y) |
| Serial Number | 224301 | Production #224301 |
Basic Information
MakeFord
ModelPinto
Year1977
Body StyleRunabout Hatchback
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMalaise Era
Engine & Details
Engine140 CID I4 (Y)
Cylinders4
Displacement140 CID
Assembly PlantSt. Thomas, Ontario, Canada (X)
Plant CodeX
Pattern SourceFord
Original Specifications (Matched to: Pinto Hatchback)
Height50.6
Length169.3
Wheelbase94.5
Width69.4
Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)
Powertrain Details Enhanced Data
Axle Type
Semifloating
Clutch Size
8.5 inches
Pricing & Production Enhanced Data
Original Base Price
$2167.00
No. Produced
13554
Dimensions Enhanced Data
Weight
2551
lbs
Width
73.5
in.
Height
54.6
in.
Length
184.3
in.
Additional Specifications Enhanced Data
Series
Falcon
Type
Single downdraft
Block Material
Cast alloy iron
Brake Horsepower
105@4400
hp
Type
Inline Valve-in-head
Valve Lifters
Hydraulic
Colors
Exterior Colors
Color Options (35)
Battery
12
V
Ignition System
Distributor and coil
Radiator
Down flow
Exhaust System
Single
Fuel Type
Regular
Cooling System
Centrifugal water pump
Cooling System
9.5 Quarts
Optional Equipment
Power steering
Optional Equipment
200 cu. in. Inline 6 engine
Optional Equipment
Cruise-O-Matic automatic transmission
Optional Equipment
289 cu. in. V8 engine
Optional Equipment
Air conditioning
Optional Equipment
Radio
Optional Equipment
Power brakes
Steering Gear
Magic Circle recirculating ball
Front Suspension
Independent ball joint with coil springs
Rear Suspension
Longitudinal leaf spring
Drive
Rear wheel drive
VIN Location
On the top surface of the radiator & front fender apron support (near the radiator fill cap).
Spare Location
Trunk
Tire Size
6.95 x 14
Make
Ford
Model Year
1967
Origin
United States
Body Maker
Ford
Model Number
54A
Service
Hydraulic self-adjusting
Brake Size
9
in.
Emergency
Cable and conduit on rear service brakes
Transmission
2
pt.
Rear Differential
2.5
pt.
Fuel
16
gal.
Oil
4.5
qt.
Carburetor
Autolite
Displacement
169.57
cu. in.
Differential
Hypoid
Differential Ratio
3.2
:1
Wheelbase
111
in.
Rear Tread
57.9
in.
Front Tread
58.2
in.
Torque
158@2400
ft/lbs
Cylinders
6
Main Bearings
4
Lubrication
Pressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Rated Horsepower
29.4
hp
Type
Helical
Compression Ratio-Std
9.1
:1
Clutch Type
Non-centrifugal
No. Of Gears
3
1st
3.29
:1
2nd
1.83
:1
3rd
1
:1
5th
Not applicable
:1
Reverse
4.46
:1
Enhanced Data Note: The enhanced vehicle data shown above represents the base vehicle configuration as manufactured. Individual vehicles may vary depending on factory options and modifications made throughout the vehicle's history.