1956 Morris Cowley vs. 2012 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2012 Lotus Elise is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Cowley. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Cowley would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1956 Morris Cowley. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Morris Cowley weights approximately 142 kg more than 2012 Lotus Elise.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Morris Cowley | 2012 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Morris | Lotus |
| Model | Cowley | Elise |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1054 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1118 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2299 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 44 L |
