2007 Lotus Elise vs. 1954 Morris Cowley
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Cowley. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Cowley would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1954 Morris Cowley. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Morris Cowley weights approximately 269 kg more than 2007 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Elise | 1954 Morris Cowley | |
| Make | Lotus | Morris |
| Model | Elise | Cowley |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 116 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1054 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2440 mm |
