1963 Lotus Seven vs. 1951 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1963 Lotus Seven is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Morgan Plus 4 (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1963 Lotus Seven. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1963 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 332 kg more than 1963 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:
| 1963 Lotus Seven | 1951 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Lotus | Morgan |
| Model | Seven | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1951 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 430 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2440 mm |
