Lotus Elan Roadster 1.6L 4MT (106 HP)
Lotus Elan Roadster · 1962 - 1973 · Petrol
The Lotus Elan Roadster 1.6L 4MT (106 HP) produces 106 hp and 146 Nm. It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 9.0 seconds and reaches 185 km/h.
- Power
- 106 hp
- Torque
- 146 Nm
- 0–100
- 9.0 s
- Top speed
- 185 km/h
Engine
| Power | 106 hp |
|---|---|
| Power (kW) | 78 kW |
| Torque | 146 Nm |
| Displacement | 1,559 cc |
| Cylinders | L4 |
| Fuel system | Carburetor |
| Fuel | Petrol |
| Fuel tank capacity | 45 l |
Performance
| Top speed | 185 km/h |
|---|---|
| Acceleration 0–100 km/h | 9.0 s |
Transmission
| Gearbox | 4-Speed Manual |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain | Rear Wheel Drive |
Dimensions and weight
| Length | 3,688 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,422 mm |
| Height | 1,105 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,134 mm |
| Ground clearance | 152 mm |
| Unladen weight | 585 kg |
| Tyre size | 5.20-13 |
| Front brakes | Discs |
| Rear brakes | Discs |
How this trim compares to other cars
The Lotus Elan Roadster 1.6L 4MT (106 HP) compared with 183 trims of other cars from the 1959–1965 period.
| Measure | This trim | Average | Position |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power | 106 hp | 158 hp |
better than 39%
|
| Torque | 146 Nm | 248 Nm |
better than 31%
|
| Top speed | 185 km/h | 180 km/h |
better than 45%
|
| Acceleration 0–100 km/h | 9.0 s | 12.3 s |
better than 74%
|
| Unladen weight | 585 kg | 1,347 kg |
better than 96%
|
Percentages show the share of trims from the same period this model beats on that measure. Manufacturer figures.
Not stated by the manufacturer: combined consumption, co2 emissions and cargo volume. Those measures are left out of the comparison.
Trims and engine versions — Lotus Elan Roadster
| Trim | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–100 | Top speed | Fuel economy | CO2 | Select |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5L 4MT (101 HP) | Petrol | 102 hp | 138 Nm | — | — | — | — |