Lotus Elan Sprint

Lotus Elan Sprint - key facts

Lotus Elan Sprint Specifications
From	1971
Until	1973
Bodywork
Dimensions
Length	12ft 1in	3.68m
Width	4ft 7in	1.42m
Kerb Weight	1590lb/0.71ton	721kg
Engine
Engine displacement	1558cc	95cu in
Cylinders	4
Cylinder Layout	Inline
Valve operation	Double overhead cam
Power Output	126bhp @ 6500rpm	124PS @ 6500rpm
Specific Output	81bhp/litre	1.33bhp/cu in
Torque Output	113lbft @ 5500rpm	153Nm @ 5500rpm
Specific Torque	98Nm/litre
Fuel Type	Petrol
Fuel system	Twin Carburettor
Carburettor make	Dellorto
Performance
Power to weight	178bhp/ton
Acceleration 0-50mph	5.4 seconds
Acceleration 0-60mph	6.7 seconds
Standing Qtr mile	15.2 seconds
Top speed	121mph	195km/h
Fuel consumption	23mpg	10km/l
Chassis
Engine location	Front
Engine alignment	Longitudinal
Driven wheels	Rear
Front Suspension	Independent Coil Spring
Rear Suspension	Independent Coil Spring
Brakes	Discs front and rear
Gearbox type	4 speed Manual
Number of gears	4