Lotus Elan S1 Specs

(1962 - ) Technical Specifications
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Key Specs

Petrol
95.1 cu-in
1558 cm3
Inline 4
105 HP
106 PS / 78 kW
107 lb-ft
146 Nm
115 Mph
185 km/h

Lotus Elan S1 Body, Model and Production details Lotus Elan S1 Body, Model and Production details

Body : Cabrio
Num. of Doors : 2 doors

Lotus Elan S1 Engine Technical Data Lotus Elan S1 Engine Technical Data

Engine type - Number of cylinders : Inline 4
Engine Code : -
Fuel type : Petrol
Fuel System : 2 Weber 40 DCOE carbs
Engine Alignment : Longitudinal
Engine displacement : 95.1 cu-in / 1558 cm3
Bore x Stroke : 3.25 x 2.86 inches
82.57 x 72.75 mm
Number of valves : 8 Valves
Aspiration : naturally-aspirated
Compression Ratio : 9.50
Horsepower : 105 HP / 106 PS / 78 kW
@ 5500 rpm
Maximum torque : 107 lb-ft / 146 Nm
@ 4000 rpm
Drive wheels - Traction - Drivetrain : RWD
Transmission Gearbox - Number of speeds :
4 speed Manual Transmission Gearbox - Number of speeds
Transmission Relations
Final Drive Ratio: 3.90

Lotus Elan S1 Fuel Consumption (Economy), Emissions and Range Lotus Elan S1 Fuel Consumption (Economy), Emissions and Range

Fuel Tank Capacity : 11.9 gallons
45.5 L
9.9 UK gallons
Catalytic converter : No

Lotus Elan S1 Performance Lotus Elan S1 Performance

Top Speed : 115 Mph / 185 km/h
Acceleration 0 to 60 mph (0 to 96 Km/h) : 8.70 s
Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) : - s

Lotus Elan S1 Size, Dimensions, Aerodynamics and Weight Lotus Elan S1 Size, Dimensions, Aerodynamics and Weight

Wheelbase : 84.02 inches / 213.4 cm
Length : 145.24 inches / 368.9 cm
Width : 55.98 inches / 142.2 cm
Height : 43.5 inches / 110.5 cm
Front Axle : 47.01 inches / 119.4 cm
Rear Axle : 47.01 inches / 119.4 cm
Ground clearance : 5.98 inches / 15.2 cm
Aerodynamic drag coefficient - Cx : -
Curb Weight : 1290 lbs / 585 kg
Weight/Power Output Ratio : 5.5 kg/hp

Lotus Elan S1 Brakes, Tires, Steering and Suspension Lotus Elan S1 Brakes, Tires, Steering and Suspension

Front Brakes - Disc dimensions : Discs
(9.49 inches / 241 mm)
Rear Brakes - Disc dimensions : Discs
(10 inches / 254 mm)
Front Tyres - Rims dimensions : -/- R-
Rear Tyres - Rims dimensions : -/- R-
Front Wheels Width : 4.5"
Rear Wheels Width : 4.5"
Steering : Rack and pinion. -
Steering wheel lock-to-lock : 2.500 turns
Front Suspension : Coil springs.
Rear Suspension : Lower wishbone.
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How fast is a Lotus Elan S1?
The Lotus Elan S1 can reach 0 to 60 mph in 8.70 seconds and has a top speed of 185 km/h / 115 mph.

How many horsepower (hp) does a 1962 Lotus Elan S1 have?
The 1962 Lotus Elan S1 has 106 PS / 105 bhp / 78 kW.

How much does a Lotus Elan S1 weighs?
The Lotus Elan S1 weighs 585 Kg / 1290 lbs.

What is the Lotus Elan S1 gas mileage?
The Lotus Elan S1 gas mileage is .

What engine is in Lotus Elan S1?
The Lotus Elan S1 has a Inline 4, Petrol engine with 1558 cm3 / 95.1 cu-in capacity.

What are the dimensions of the Lotus Elan S1?
The Lotus Elan S1 is 145.24 inches / 368.9 cm long, 55.98 inches / 142.2 cm wide, and 43.5 inches / 110.5 cm tall, with a wheelbase of 84.02 inches / 213.4 cm.