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Lotus Elan 1600 +2

General information

ModelLotus Elan 1600 +2
Year1968
Rating59.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1558 ccm (95.07 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats2

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1558 ccm (95.07 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power118.00 PS (87 kW or 116 HP) at 6250 Rev. per min.
Max torque146.00 Nm (14.9 kgf-m or 107.7 ft.lbs) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke82.6 x 72.8 mm (3.3 x 2.9 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1388 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4090 litres (1,081 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (421.3 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Weight850 kg (1,873.9 pounds)
Overall length4290 mm (168.9 inches)
Overall width1680 mm (66.1 inches)
Overall height1200 mm (47.2 inches)
Ground clearance160 mm (6.3 inches)
Wheelbase2440 mm (96.1 inches)
Fuel capacity45.0 litres (11.89 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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