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Elva Courier

General information

ModelElva Courier
Year1962
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating50.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1622 ccm (98.97 cubic inches)
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1622 ccm (98.97 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power87.20 PS (64 kW or 86 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque125.00 Nm (12.7 kgf-m or 92.2 ft.lbs) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Compression8.9:1
Bore x stroke76.2 x 88.9 mm (3.0 x 3.5 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1346 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space5710 litres (1,509 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (397.6 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight648 kg (1,428.6 pounds)
Overall length3770 mm (148.4 inches)
Overall width1530 mm (60.2 inches)
Overall height1160 mm (45.7 inches)
Ground clearance150 mm (5.9 inches)
Wheelbase2270 mm (89.4 inches)
Fuel capacity40.0 litres (10.57 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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