1998 Morgan 4 vs. 2011 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2011 Lotus Elise is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1998 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1998 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Morgan 4 weights approximately 58 kg more than 2011 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. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Lotus Elise (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Morgan 4 | 2011 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Morgan | Lotus |
Model | 4 | Elise |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 44 L |