This 1.2 MT (72 hp) engine was fitted in the 1 generation Coupe, which was produced by Lotus from 1957 to 1963. In addition to this engine, 1 other engines were also available for this body — their technical data and fuel economy are accessible by clicking the body name at the top of the page.
Power & fuel consumption
Fuel tank capacity
26litre
Fuel
95 RON
Top speed
180km/h
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)
11second
Engine
Displacement
1216cm3
Engine power
72bhp
RPM at max power
to 6 100RPM
Maximum torque
104Nm
RPM at max torque
3750RPM
Engine type
Gasoline
Cylinder layout
Inline
Injection type
Carburetor
Number of cylinders
4
Valves per cylinder
4
Bore
76.2mm
Stroke
66.7mm
Gearbox & drivetrain
Gearbox
Manual
Number of gears
4
Drive wheels
Rear-wheel drive
Body
Seats
2
Length
3708mm
Width
1506mm
Height
1181mm
Wheelbase
2235mm
Front track
1194mm
Rear track
1321mm
Ground clearance
165mm
Kerb weight
506kg
Gross weight
756kg
Body type
Coupe
Suspension & brakes
Front suspension
Independent
Rear suspension
Independent
Front brakes
Disc
Rear brakes
Disc
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