The A-Z of Racing Cars


Estonia 18



National Lada-powered F3 car (in 1971, Soviet F3 had 1200 cc capacity limit, in 1972-76 - 1300 cc). In 1974-76, the 18M version was in production, which differed from the 18 by the new engine of increased capacity (the differing data are in brackets).

Years: 1972-73 (1974-76)
Number of cars built: 112 (both 18 and 18M)
Engine: VAZ 2101 (VAZ 21011)
Engine type: L4
Camshafts: 1
Valves/cyl: 2
Bore: 76 mm (79 mm)
Stroke: 66 mm
Capacity: 1198 cc (1294 cc)
Power: 67 hp at 6000 rpm (70 hp at 6000 rpm)
Chassis type: tubular frame
Engine position: rear
Wheelbase: 2350 mm
Track: 1420 mm
Weight: 528 kg
Drive: rear
Number of gears: 4
Front brake type: disc
Rear brake type: disc
Maximum speed: 195 km/h
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