CARS THAT HIT THE TARGET IN 1966

With the imposition of federal standards of automotive safety (1966), here’s the perfect starting 5 that cornered the market 55 years ago.

We look into cars that hit the target in 1966. With the imposition of federal standards of automotive safety worldwide. Design for safety, creativity, and performance played a considerable factor. Some made it so legendary and took the industry to its height. In like manner, Here’s the perfect starting 5 that cornered the market 55 years ago.

Ford Cortina Mk2

Probably the fastest-selling Cortina that debuted in 1966. It has a sharper and wider exterior coupled with an all-new 1,300cc engine. It did indeed prove to be a perfect match for car buyers, becoming Britain’s most popular car in 1967 and offering everything from a spartan four-door version right up to the later 1600E and Lotus-powered version.

Renault 16

This is one of the cars that hit the target in 1966. Strictly speaking, the Renault 16 first hit the roads in 1965, but it made its biggest impact in 1966 when it lifted the European Car of the Year trophy. Under its new-fangled sheet metal, there was a 1,500cc engine and a front-wheel-drive layout, the latter also contributing to its spacious interior.

Jaguar 420

The Jaguar 420, which is based on the S-Type, was still a decent size and, perhaps more importantly, was a pretty nimble mover. As a matter of fact, the 4.2-liter straight-six, twin-carburettor XK motor works well, running 0-60mph in under 10 seconds. Production halted in 1968 so owning its legacy is a certain rarity to many.

Volvo 140

Undoubtedly, the box concept came from the Volvo 140 series. Although mechanically it was carried off from its previous version, the Amazon, its styling was focused. Named Car of the Year in Sweden, it was available in both two- and four-door saloon variants (named 142 and 144 respectively). Not surprisingly, it won the hearts of more than a million of them. It was replaced by the 240 series in 1974, Volvo had found a following since then.

Toyota Corolla

With distinct humble beginnings, not only the Corolla would go on to become the world’s best-selling car, but the VW Beetle. Launched in 1966, the Corolla is comparatively influenced by the Toyota Publica, an air-cooled, two-cylinder car itself inspired by the 2CV. But with rising competition, Datsun 1000, Toyota gambled to increase its engine to 1,100c. By the same token, it became the winning formula the company enjoys today.

Again, the cars that hit the target in 1966 listed was and the perfect starting 5 that cornered the market 55 years ago is already named. We will look into the other listed cars that made it legendary.

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ARTICLE: ALEX A SOURCE: NEWSPRESS UK PRODUCTION: J AD MEDIA