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Lotus Seven S4

General information

ModelLotus Seven S4
Year1971
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating60.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1340 ccm (81.77 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1340 ccm (81.77 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power86.00 PS (63 kW or 85 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque92.00 Nm (9.4 kgf-m or 67.9 ft.lbs)
Compression9.0:1
Bore x stroke81.0 x 63.0 mm (3.2 x 2.5 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed160.0 km/h (99.4 mph)
Power/weight ratio0.1448 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors2
Passenger space3430 litres (906 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle9 m (358.3 inches)
Front brakesDisks, 216 mm
Rear brakesDrums, 216 mm

Dimensions and weight

Weight594 kg (1,309.5 pounds)
Overall length3720 mm (146.5 inches)
Overall width1540 mm (60.6 inches)
Overall height1090 mm (42.9 inches)
Ground clearance120 mm (4.7 inches)
Wheelbase2240 mm (88.2 inches)
Fuel capacity34.0 litres (8.98 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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