1969 Lotus Europa vs. 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100
To start off, 1969 Lotus Europa is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lotus Europa (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Lotus Europa | 1958 Morgan 4 Plus 2100 | |
Make | Lotus | Morgan |
Model | Europa | 4 Plus 2100 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1470 cc | 2088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2440 mm |