2001 Lotus Elise vs. 1959 Morgan 4
To start off, 2001 Lotus Elise is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1959 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1959 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lotus Elise weights approximately 100 kg more than 1959 Morgan 4. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Lotus Elise (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2001 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Lotus Elise | 1959 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Lotus | Morgan |
Model | Elise | 4 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2450 mm |