2005 Lotus Elise vs. 1957 Morris Isis
To start off, 2005 Lotus Elise is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Isis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Isis would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Morris Isis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1957 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Isis weights approximately 419 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Lotus Elise (187 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Isis. (169 Nm). This means 2005 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Elise | 1957 Morris Isis | |
| Make | Lotus | Morris |
| Model | Elise | Isis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2470 mm |
