1970 Lotus Seven vs. 1954 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1970 Lotus Seven is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lotus Seven (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lotus Seven should accelerate faster than 1954 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1970 Lotus Seven.
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:
| 1970 Lotus Seven | 1954 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Lotus | Morgan |
| Model | Seven | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1557 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 950 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2440 mm |
