Ford Escort RS 1600 was one of the most feared lightweight weapons of the early 1970s, built to dominate rally stages and circuits alike. At its heart was the legendary Cosworth BDA 1.6-liter twin-cam four-cylinder, delivering sharp throttle response and high-revving power. Rear-wheel drive, low weight, and superb chassis balance made it devastating on gravel and tarmac. Driven by rally legends and endlessly adaptable, the RS 1600 became a benchmark for compact performance and a cornerstone of F

The Ford Escort RS 1600 BDA was driven by one of the most legendary engines in motorsport history — the Cosworth-developed BDA. High-revving, sharp in response, and astonishingly powerful for its size, the BDA transformed the lightweight Escort into a true motorsport benchmark. On gravel, tarmac, and everything in between, the RS 1600 delivered precision and control that reshaped Ford’s rally identity. It became a cornerstone of 1970s motorsport: fast, reliable, and engineered to win against far