2006 Lotus Elise vs. 1998 Morgan 4
To start off, 2006 Lotus Elise is newer by 8 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. Both 2006 Lotus Elise and 1998 Morgan 4 are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1998 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1998 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lotus Elise weights approximately 70 kg more than 1998 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, 2006 Lotus Elise (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lotus Elise | 1998 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Lotus | Morgan |
Model | Elise | 4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |