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The story I heard many years ago was this: Ford used the same rear axle in the Pinto that was used in the Falcon. This axle had an attachment bracket that was needed on the Falcon but not on the Pinto. Ford's designers did not see a need to remove this bracket, so they left it in place. Well, during a rear-end collision, this bracket would puncture the fuel tank and cause this car to catch fire!
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When was Ford Pinto created?
Ford Pinto was created in 1970.
Does Ford still make the pinto?
No, Ford quit making the Pinto in 1980.
What years did Ford make Pinto?
The Ford Pinto had model years ( 1971 to 1980 )
What years was ford pinto produced?
There were ( 1971 to 1980 model years of the Ford Pinto )
What the first year of the Ford pinto?
I believe the first model year of the Ford Pinto was ( 1971 )
What was the older model vehicle that was bad about catching on fire when hit in rear?
the ford pinto was maybe one of the most famous
Where can one purchase a Ford Pinto car?
A Ford Pinto can be purchased at local dealerships, selling both new and used versions. Ford Pinto cars may also be purchased from Advanced Auto and Auto Zone.
What is the worst ford vehicle?
Pinto
What is the points gap for 1971 ford pinto?
( .025 inch ) point gap for a 1971 Ford Pinto according to my Chilton book
Chances your car will catch on fire in a car accident?
If you are rear ended in a pinto, 75%. but generally cars don't catch fire, as gasoline in liquid form is very stable, to the point where you can put out a cigarette in it. its the fumes you have to worry about. But unless you have an exposed gas tank, you should be fine.
Type of car starting with letter P?
Pinto Was the Pinto an American Ford model? The OHC engines in the UK Ford Cortina etc were known as Pinto. There was a Hyundai Pony, and a Polski Fiat.
What is the sickest car in the world?
Ford Pinto
