Chronology
The ZA Fairlane was the first Australian Ford Fairlane
Next model: ZB Fairlane
Introduction
ZA Fairlane, in production from February 1965 to September 1966. The ZA Fairlane was on sale for approximately 19 months
Model lineup
Custom Sedan
500 Sedan
Price at introduction
Custom: $3 080
500: $3 590
Number Built
8814
Engines
200 “Super Pursuit”
Type: Conventional, water cooled four stroke, reciprocating piston type
Number of Cylinders: Six
Configuration: Front mounted, longitudinal, inline
Head: Pushrod and rocker actuated ohv with two valves per cylinder
Capacity: 200 cubic inches (3.28 litres)
Bore and Stroke: 3.68 x 3.13 inches (93 x 79mm)
Power: 121bhp (90kw) at 4400rpm
Torque: 190lbs/ft (258Nm) at 2400rpm
Compression Ratio: 9.2:1
Fuel System: Single throat downdraft type carburettor
289 Windsor
Capacity: 289 cubic inches (4.74 litres)
Type: Conventional, water cooled four stroke, reciprocating piston type
Number of Cylinders: Eight
Configuration: Front mounted, longitudinal, Vee
Head: Pushrod and rocker actuated ohv with two valves per cylinder
Bore and Stroke: 4.00 x 2.87 inches (102 x 73mm)
Power: 200bhp (149kw) at 4400rpm
Torque: 282lbs/ft (382Nm) at 2400rpm
Compression Ratio: 9.3:1
Fuel System: Two barrel carburettor
Transmissions
Manual (6 cylinder)
1st: 2.95:1
2nd: 1.69:1
3rd: 1.00:1
Reverse: 3.80:1
Manual (V8 models)
1st: 2.71:1
2nd: 1.69:1
3rd: 1.00:1
Reverse: 3.47:1
Automatic
‘Cruisomatic’ Auto
1st: 2.39:1
2nd: 1.45:1
3rd: 1.00:1
Reverse: 2.09:1
Rear axle
All 6 cylinder Manual models: 3.50:1
Automatic models and V8 models: 3.23:1
Clutch
Single cushion disc, dry plate clutch, hydraulic operation
9.25 inch for 6 cylinder models
10 inch for V8 models
Chassis
Unitary construction (Monocoque)
Suspension
Front: Independent type with coil springs and hydraulic double acting shock absorbers, stabiliser bar
Rear: Semi-elliptic springs with hydraulic double acting shock absorbers
Steering
Recirculating ball, 20:1 ratio
Power steering standard on 500, optional on Custom. Power steering ratio: 16:1
Brakes
Front: Hydraulic 10 inch (254mm) drums
Power assisted front disc brakes standard on 500, optional on Custom
10.75 inch for non power assisted
11 inch for power assisted
Rear: Hydraulic 10 inch (254mm) drums
Electrcial
12 Volt, coil and alternator ignition
Exhaust
Six Cylinder: Single tail-pipe, zinc annealed type muffler
289 V8: Twin pipes
Wheels
Pressed steel disc wheels with safety rims
Tyres
V8 Sedans: 6.95 x 14 four-ply
Radials optional on all models
Performance
ZA Fairlane, 289 V8, 3 speed automatic with 3.23:1 final drive ratio
Top speed in gears
1st: 55mph (89km/h)
2nd: 81mph (130km/h)
3rd: 105mph (169km/h)
0-60mph (0-97km/h): 12.4 seconds
Standing quarter mile: 16.7 seconds
Exterior Dimensions
Total Length: 196.1 inches (4981mm)
Total width: 74.7 inches (1897mm)
Total height at kerb weight: 55 inches (1397mm)
Wheelbase: 116 inches (2946mm)
Front Track: 58 inches (1473mm)
Rear Track: 58 inches (1473mm)
Turning Circle: 41.1 feet (12.5 meters)
Fuel Tank Capacity: 16.4 Gallons (74.6 litres)
Luggage Capacity: 30 cubic feet (850 litres)
Interior Dimensions
Front Headroom: 38.3 inches (973mm)
Rear Headroom: 37.6 inches (955mm)
Front shoulder room: 58 inches (1473mm)
Rear shoulder room: 58 inches (1473mm)
Front Hip room: 59.6 inches (1514mm)
Rear Hip room: 59.5 inches (1511mm)
Front legroom: 42.1 inches (1069mm)
Rear legroom: 38.6 inches (980mm)