Monday, May 9, 2011

Ford Fiesta: Compact Car

Unlike other Ford vehicles, the Ford Fiesta has found unprecedented success in international arena. Actually, it was never introduced in North America. In 2010, this mini compact car is ready to make inroads in North American markets. First introduced in 1976, Ford Fiesta was a direct response to increasing oil prices. Henry Ford himself took keen interest in development of this vehicle with the aim of producing a car that would cost significantly less than its popular competitor, Ford Escort. The Bobcat, as it was known, rolled out simultaneously from multiple European locations as a 3 door hatchback and panel van. What really stirred car critics was its wide range of engines that could generate at least 1000 cc power, including some models that were 1600 cc. At that time it was the most powerful mini car in its class. Furthermore, its inline engine was equipped with catalytic converter and air pumps providing increased fuel economy.
Increasing Popularity
In just four years, Ford Fiesta overtook Vauxhall Chevete as the best selling mini car in Britain. Responding to this enthusiasm, engineers produced Ford Fiesta Mark II which also came with an automatic transmission, Fiestamatic. By 1986, Europeans were already demanding an even powerful version. Although, Ford did not yield to these demands due to probable competition from its own Ford Escort but it did offer approved fitting centers which would fit Ford Fiesta with an intensely powerful 93 KW engine. Dubbed as hot Fiesta, such cars became the highlight of various street shows, around Europe.
Future Models
Later, 5 door Fiesta Mark III would prove another resounding success due to its improved safety features and bold exterior looks. In fact, it were these improvements and subsequent design modification that would also prove popular within Latin American and South African markets. The new generation Ford Fiesta is based on the original version of 1976. The retro classic looks and various advanced features including anti locking brakes and air bags have continued to increase Fiesta's popularity among international customers. New models include accessories like folding mirrors, home safe headlights, Trip computers, blue-tooth, electronic stability system, MP 3 player and automatic windscreen viper. For more demanding customers advanced models come equipped with alloy wheels, checkered roof, radiant body, black roof spoiler and tinted glass, among other accessories. In preparations of introducing Ford Fiesta in North American markets, there will be 100,000 test drives on offer including complimentary testing of first ever, Sedan.


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