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Lotus Elan S4 1600

General information

ModelLotus Elan S4 1600
Year1969
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating56 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
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1558 ccm (95.07 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power110.00 PS (81 kW or 108 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque147.00 Nm (15.0 kgf-m or 108.4 ft.lbs) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Compression9.5:1
Bore x stroke82.6 x 72.8 mm (3.3 x 2.9 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed193.0 km/h (119.9 mph)
Power/weight ratio0.1571 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

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

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle9 m (370.1 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Weight700 kg (1,543.2 pounds)
Overall length3690 mm (145.3 inches)
Overall width1430 mm (56.3 inches)
Overall height1170 mm (46.1 inches)
Ground clearance160 mm (6.3 inches)
Wheelbase2140 mm (84.3 inches)
Fuel capacity45.0 litres (11.89 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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