Further to the hatchback idea, given that the 1100's boot was on the small side (9.5 cubic feet compared with the Cortina's 19), it was quite usable. The estate version released in two-door form in January 1965 satisfied that requirement. However, it was another 7 years until a true hatchback arrived in the form of Australia's Nomad in 1969. Like its cousin, the Austin Maxi, its inspiration came directly from the Renault 16.