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Originally posted by lapuwali
I don't think the Pinto's problems had anything to do with '70s regulations...
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Really?!? The same goverment that increased the size and weight of the 914 with bumpers and emissions control systems, did the exact same with the Pintos.
Mind you, I don't like any Fords, except their deisel trucks. I'm a Chevy "redneck".
The early 2.0 Pintos were solid cars, had advanced suspensions for their time, and were quick by the standards of the day for sport economy class vehicles. They were also one of the fastest selling cars in US history, for a few YEARS!
BTW, the Pinto has enjoyed tons of success in racing of various classes.
For more information about the Pintos racing and production, see the November 2003 edition of Grassroots Motorsports, pg. 101.