1959 Lotus Seven vs. 2005 Morgan 44
To start off, 2005 Morgan 44 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 1,790 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Morgan 44 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan 44 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Seven. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan 44 should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Morgan 44 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1959 Lotus Seven. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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:
| 1959 Lotus Seven | 2005 Morgan 44 | |
| Make | Lotus | Morgan |
| Model | Seven | 44 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2450 mm |
