2004 Lotus Esprit vs. 1959 Morgan 4
To start off, 2004 Lotus Esprit is newer by 45 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lotus Esprit (241 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1959 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1959 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 655 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, 2004 Lotus Esprit (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2004 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lotus Esprit | 1959 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Lotus | Morgan |
Model | Esprit | 4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2450 mm |