The Daihatsu EV1 was a concept car designed by Daihatsu as an electric test vehicle and first unveiled at the 1973 Tokyo Motor Show. Only one unit was built.[1]
| Daihatsu EV1 | |
|---|---|
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Daihatsu |
| Production | 1973 |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Concept car |
| Body style | 2-door hatchback |
| Layout | Rear-motor, rear-wheel-drive |
| Powertrain | |
| Electric motor | 2×5.6 kW (7.5 hp; 7.6 PS) |
| Battery | 21.1 kWh |
| Range | 100–175 km (62–109 mi) |
| Dimensions | |
| Length | 3,165 mm (124.6 in) |
| Width | 1,420 mm (55.9 in) |
| Height | 1,315 mm (51.8 in) |
| Curb weight | 1,132 kg (2,496 lb) |
Specifications edit
The EV1 uses two 5.6 kW (7.5 hp; 7.6 PS) electric motors, which is rear-mounted and driving the rear axle, and powered by a 21.1 kWh battery which are contained in a removable tray for easier charging. The combined power output is up to 11.2 kW (15.0 hp; 15.2 PS). It has a claimed 0–30 km/h (0–19 mph) acceleration time in 2.4 seconds and a top speed of 89 km/h (55 mph).[2]
References edit
- ^ Kießler, Bernd-Wilfried (1992), Daihatsu Automobile: Erfahrung für die Zukunft (in German), Südwest, p. 78, ISBN 9783517012254
- ^ Sacket, Sheldon R. (1979), The Complete Book of Electric Vehicles, Domus Books, p. 103
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