Ford Escort Mk1
Although the British car industry is famous for its luxury and sports cars, the truth is, their economy models are interesting and unique. And this is the case with the Escort Mk1. It’s a mass-produced economy car that became one of Ford’s global bestsellers. But it was also a fantastically successful motorsport legend. Ford introduced the Escort Mk1 in 1968.
It was a compact, rear-wheel drive saloon aimed at family buyers. The basic version used those forgettable 1.1 and 1.3-liter engines. But for those who wanted more, Ford offered the hot 1600 RS and RS 2000 models. Those cars had special suspensions and engines, delivering a lot of power. Also, the small weight made them capable of defeating those more expensive cars and racing monsters.