Lotus Elan 1600 +2

General information
Model	Lotus Elan 1600 +2
Year	1969
Category	Cabriolets/sport cars
Rating	57.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars
Main features, safety and ecconomy
Engine size	1558 ccm (95.07 cubic inches)
Fuel type	Gasoline
Seats	2
Drive	Rear wheels
Engine and transmission
Engine location	Front, longitudinal
Displacement	1558 ccm (95.07 cubic inches)
Engine type	Inline, 4 cylinder
Max power	118.00 PS (87 kW or 116 HP) at 6250 Rev. per min.
Max torque	146.00 Nm (14.9 kgf-m or 107.7 ft.lbs) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Compression	10.3:1
Bore x stroke	82.6 x 72.8 mm (3.3 x 2.9 inches)
Fuel system	Carburetor
Valves per cylinder	2
Lubrication system	Wet sump
Speed and acceleration
Power/weight ratio	0.1388 PS/kg
Exterior and interior
Max no. of doors	2
Passenger space	4090 litres (1,081 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient	0.4
Steering, brakes and tires
Turn circle	11 m (421.3 inches)
Front brakes	Disks
Rear brakes	Disks
Dimensions and weight
Weight	850 kg (1,873.9 pounds)
Overall length	4290 mm (168.9 inches)
Overall width	1680 mm (66.1 inches)
Overall height	1200 mm (47.2 inches)
Ground clearance	160 mm (6.3 inches)
Wheelbase	2440 mm (96.1 inches)
Fuel capacity	45.0 litres (11.89 gallons)
Other specifications
Country of origin	UK