2000 Lotus Extreme vs. 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 2000 Lotus Extreme is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,138 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus Extreme (120 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (104 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Extreme should accelerate faster than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus weights approximately 369 kg more than 2000 Lotus Extreme.
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, 2000 Lotus Extreme (180 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (174 Nm). This means 2000 Lotus Extreme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotus Extreme | 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
| Make | Lotus | Morgan |
| Model | Extreme | Plus 4 Plus |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 700 cc | 2138 cc |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 456 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2450 mm |
