Daihatsu EV1

Daihatsu EV1
Overview
Manufacturer Daihatsu
Production 1973
Body and chassis
Class Concept car
Body style 2-door Hatch
Layout Rear engine, Rear-wheel drive
Powertrain
Electric motor 11.2 kW (15.0 hp)
Transmission ???-speed Automatic
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)

The Daihatsu EV1 was a concept car designed as a test vehicle and first unveiled at the 1973 Tokyo Motorshow.

Specifications

Powertrain

The EV1 uses two 5.6 kW (7.5 hp) electric motors, rear-mounted driving the rear axle, powered by a 21.1 kWh battery pack rated to deliver a combined power output of up to 11.2 kW (15.0 hp). It has a claimed top speed of 89 km/h (55 mph) and acceleration of 0 to 30 km/h (0 to 19 mph) in 2.4 seconds.[1]

Battery

The battery has a total capacity of 21.1 kWh electric vehicle battery these batteries are contained in a removable tray.

EV1 removable battery tray

See also

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References

  1. Sacket, Sheldon R (1979). The Complete Book of Electric Vehicles. Domus Books. p. 103.
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