Ford’s replacement for the Pinto was scheduled for introduction in 1981.  the new model would be Ford’s first U.S-built front-wheel-drive car and would feature a transverse-mounted 1.3-liter 4-cylinder engine that was designed in Dearborn and developed in England.  A 1.6-liter version of the four and the 2.8-liter V-6 were rumored to be options.  Body styles … Continue reading 1979: Ford’s Next Pinto Gets Escorted Into the 1980’s