Lotus Elan S1

General information
Model	Lotus Elan S1
Year	1963
Category	Cabriolets/sport cars
Rating	56 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars
Main features, safety and ecconomy
Engine size	1498 ccm (91.41 cubic inches)
Fuel type	Gasoline
Seats	2
Drive	Rear wheels
Engine and transmission
Engine location	Front, longitudinal
Displacement	1498 ccm (91.41 cubic inches)
Engine type	Inline, 4 cylinder
Max power	101.00 PS (74 kW or 100 HP) at 5700 Rev. per min.
Max torque	138.00 Nm (14.1 kgf-m or 101.8 ft.lbs) at 3750 Rev. per min.
Compression	9.5:1
Bore x stroke	81.0 x 72.7 mm (3.2 x 2.9 inches)
Fuel system	Carburetor
Valves per cylinder	2
Lubrication system	Wet sump
Cooling system	Liquid
Speed and acceleration
Top speed	185.0 km/h (115.0 mph)
0-50 miles	6.4 seconds
0-60 miles	8.7 seconds
Power/weight ratio	0.1712 PS/kg
Exterior and interior
Chassis type	Cabriolet
Max no. of doors	2
Passenger space	3020 litres (798 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient	0.6
Steering, brakes and tires
Turn circle	9 m (350.4 inches)
Front brakes	Disks, 241 mm
Rear brakes	Disks, 254 mm
Dimensions and weight
Weight	594 kg (1,309.5 pounds)
Overall length	3700 mm (145.7 inches)
Overall width	1430 mm (56.3 inches)
Overall height	1150 mm (45.3 inches)
Ground clearance	160 mm (6.3 inches)
Wheelbase	2140 mm (84.3 inches)
Fuel capacity	45.0 litres (11.89 gallons)
Other specifications
Country of origin	UK