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Breitt Racing Car Collection New addition 🇬🇧 1996 Ford Escort Cosworth Group A 🇪🇸 Carlos Sainz and 🇪🇸 Luis Moya ex works car. The 1996 Ford Escort RS Cosworth Group A represents the final evolution of Ford’s "Big Turbo" rally era before the transition to the World Rally Car (WRC) regulations in 1997. It was a homologation special built to dominate the World Rally Championship, blending a compact chassis with an over-engineered powertrain. Technical Specifications The Group A variant was a significant step up from the road-going version, featuring modifications allowed under FIA regulations to enhance durability and performance. Engine: 2.0L Inline-4 Longitudinal Cosworth YBP. Turbocharger: Garrett T3/T04B with a 34mm restrictor (per FIA Group A rules). Power Output: Approximately 300 bhp (restricted) and over 450 Nm of torque. Drivetrain: Permanent four-wheel drive with a 7-speed sequential Xtrac gearbox (in later 1996 specs). Differentials: Active electronically controlled center and rear differentials. Brakes: Ventilated discs with 8-piston calipers (tarmac spec). Aerodynamics: The iconic "Whale Tail" rear wing was not just for show; it provided essential high-speed stability and downforce. The 1996 version featured optimized front splitters and cooling ducts for the brakes and intercooler. Chassis: Based on a shortened Sierra RS Cosworth floor pan, giving it a stiffer, more agile footprint than its predecessor. Water Injection: To manage the extreme heat generated by the anti-lag system (ALS), the car utilized a water-injection system to cool the intake charge. Competitive Legacy The 1996 season was a transitional but successful year for the Ford factory team (managed by Boreham and later M-Sport). Despite facing stiff competition from the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution and the Subaru Impreza 555, the Escort Cosworth remained a fan favorite due to its aggressive "anti-lag" pops and flames and its status as one of the last true silhouette-style rally cars. 📷 Breitt 👏🏻👏🏻 #wrc #fordrs #cars #rallycar