What is a Ford BDA engine?

Cosworth solidified its association with Ford in 1969, by developing a double overhead camshaft (DOHC) 16-valve inline four-cylinder engine for road use in the Ford Escort. The camshafts were driven by a toothed belt developed for Fiat 124, hence the name BDA, literally meaning “Belt Drive, A type”.

What car did Ford Escort take over?

Focus
The Focus was Ford’s replacement for the Escort. The Mk1 was introduced in 1968, making its debut at the Brussels motor show in January that year. Initially only available as a two-door saloon, its distinctive “coke-bottle” styling was derived from the American cars of Detroit.

Why was the Ford Escort discontinued?

Fewer Escorts were manufactured and fewer options and packages were offered in the Escort’s last few years. The Focus debuted in 2000 and was sold alongside the Escort in its final years before Ford Escort ended its run on the assembly line on February 20, 2002.

What was the first Ford Escort?

First generation (1967–1975) The Mark I Ford Escort was introduced in Ireland and the United Kingdom at the end of 1967, making its show debut at the Brussels Motor Show in January 1968. It replaced the successful, long-running Anglia.

When did the Ford Escort BDA come out?

Just Google central cars UK to see… Ford escort BDA rally car this car was built in 2014 and has driven around 80ek km, FIA passport valid until the end of 2025. It is also road registered and has…

When was the first Ford Escort engine made?

Originally conceived by Mike Hall (Cosworth Engineering) as a belt driven version of Cosworth’s FVA power plant, this engine is based on the Ford 1600 X/Flow bottom end. It made its first appearance in the Mk1 Escort in 1970 and replaced the Lotus twin cam engine as the new high performance engine for the Ford Rally Sport models.

When did Ford BDA / BDG tuning guide come out?

Ford Cosworth BDA / BDG Tuning Guide. Originally conceived by Mike Hall (Cosworth Engineering) as a belt driven version of Cosworth’s FVA power plant, this engine is based on the Ford 1600 X/Flow bottom end. It made its first appearance in the Mk1 Escort in 1970 and replaced the Lotus twin cam engine as the new high performance engine for…

When did the Cosworth BDA engine come out?

The Cosworth BDA is a power plant that changed the face of rallying and racing after it was released in 1969 when it was fitted to the RS1600 Ford Escort. It was originally developed as a 16-valve DOHC conversion to the Kent 1600 pushrod motor for Ford UK. The basic engine type has been built as a 1098cc unit taking it out to a 2137cc stroker.