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Lotus Europa Twin Cam

Bodywork

type 2S FHC
doors 2

Engine information

Bore × stroke 82.57 mm × 72.75 mm 3.25 in × 2.86 in
Cylinders S-4
Displace 1.6 litre 1558 cc (95.075 cu in)
Engine type DOHC
Valves 2 valves per cylinder | 8 valves in total
Engine construction
Sump
Compression ratio 9.50:1
Fuel system 2 De carbs
Maximum power
0-50 mph 5.30 s
0-60 mph 7.70 s
0-100 mph 23.30 s
0-100 km/h
80 - 120 km/h
402 m (Quarter mile) 15.70 s
Standing km 29.90 s
Top speed 195 km/h (121 mph)
Fuel consumption
CO2 emissions
Power to weight ratio 142.47 bhp/ton
Specific output
Maximum torque
bmep 1177.6 kPa (170.8 psi)
Specific torque 93.71 Nm/litre
Maximum rpm
Code
Main bearings
Coolant Water
Bore / stroke ratio 1.13
Unitary capacity 389.5 cc/cylinder
Aspiration Normal
Compressor type N/A
Intercooler None
Catalytic converter N

Dimensions and weight

wheelbase 2311 mm
wheelbase 91 in
Length (milimeters) 3994 mm
Length (inches) 157.2 in
Width (milimeters) 1638 mm
Width (inches) 64.5 in
Height (milimeters) 1067 mm
Height (inches) 42 in
L:W ratio 1.73
Ground clearance (milimeters)
Ground clearance (inches)
Kerb weight (kilograms) 737 kg
Kerb weight (pounds) 1625 lb
Weight distribuiton
Fuel capacity (litres) 57 litres
Fuel capacity (UK Ga) 12.5 UK Ga
Fuel capacity (US Gal) 15.1 US Gal

Aerodynamics

Drag coefficient 0.290
Frontal area
Cx

Chassis

Engine location Mid
Engine alignment Longitudinal
Drive RWD
Steering rack & pinion
Turns lock-to-lock
Turning circle
Tyres
Wheels
Brakes F/R Di/Dr-S
Brake ∅
Braked area
Transmission 4M
Top gear ratio 1.03
Final drive ratio 3.56

General information

RAC rating 16.9
Number made
Model code
Model family
Insurance classification No information available
Tax band No information available

Manual Download

Download 1970 Lotus Europa Twin Cam PDF Manual
Designer unknown
Year 1970

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