Light a Candle

Car-Catalogue » Lotus

Lotus Eclat 520

General information

ModelLotus Eclat 520
Year1974
Rating61.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1973 ccm (120.39 cubic inches)
Seats4
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1973 ccm (120.39 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power162.20 PS (119 kW or 160 HP) at 6200 Rev. per min.
Max torque191 Nm (19.5 kgf-m or 140.9 ft.lbs) at 4900 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke95.2 x 69.3 mm (3.7 x 2.7 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1655 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4090 litres (1,081 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight980 kg (2,160.5 pounds)
Overall length4460 mm (175.6 inches)
Overall width1820 mm (71.7 inches)
Overall height1200 mm (47.2 inches)
Wheelbase2440 mm (96.1 inches)
Fuel capacity67.0 litres (17.70 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
Light a Candle