Lotus Elite 1.2L 4MT (72 HP)
Lotus Elite · 1957 - 1963 · Petrol
The Lotus Elite 1.2L 4MT (72 HP) produces 72 hp and 104 Nm.
- Power
- 72 hp
- Torque
- 104 Nm
- 0–100
- —
- Top speed
- 180 km/h
Engine
| Power | 72 hp |
|---|---|
| Power (kW) | 53 kW |
| Torque | 104 Nm |
| Displacement | 1,216 cc |
| Cylinders | L4 |
| Fuel system | Carburetor |
| Fuel | Petrol |
Performance
| Top speed | 180 km/h |
|---|
Transmission
| Gearbox | 4-Speed Manual |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain | Rear Wheel Drive |
Dimensions and weight
| Length | 3,708 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,506 mm |
| Height | 1,181 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,235 mm |
| Ground clearance | 165 mm |
| Unladen weight | 506 kg |
| Front brakes | Discs |
| Rear brakes | Discs |
How this trim compares to other cars
The Lotus Elite 1.2L 4MT (72 HP) compared with 112 trims of other cars from the 1954–1960 period.
| Measure | This trim | Average | Position |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power | 72 hp | 151 hp |
better than 26%
|
| Torque | 104 Nm | 228 Nm |
better than 22%
|
| Top speed | 180 km/h | 167 km/h |
better than 63%
|
| Unladen weight | 506 kg | 1,282 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: acceleration 0–100 km/h, combined consumption, co2 emissions and cargo volume. Those measures are left out of the comparison.
Trims and engine versions — Lotus Elite
| Trim | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–100 | Top speed | Fuel economy | CO2 | Select |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.2L 4MT (84 HP) | Petrol | 84 hp | 102 Nm | — | 190 km/h | — | — |