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Lotus Europa

General information

ModelLotus Europa
Year1969
Rating60.4 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1470 ccm (89.70 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats2

Engine and transmission

Engine locationMiddle
Displacement1470 ccm (89.70 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power79.10 PS (58 kW or 78 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque103.00 Nm (10.5 kgf-m or 76.0 ft.lbs) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Compression10.3:1
Bore x stroke76.0 x 81.0 mm (3.0 x 3.2 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1297 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors2
Passenger space3340 litres (882 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight612 kg (1,349.2 pounds)
Overall length3980 mm (156.7 inches)
Overall width1640 mm (64.6 inches)
Overall height1080 mm (42.5 inches)
Wheelbase2340 mm (92.1 inches)
Fuel capacity45.0 litres (11.89 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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