2008 Lotus Elise vs. 1970 Morgan 4
To start off, 2008 Lotus Elise is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1970 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1970 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lotus Elise weights approximately 290 kg more than 1970 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, 2008 Lotus Elise (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Morgan 4. (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lotus Elise | 1970 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Lotus | Morgan |
| Model | Elise | 4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 660 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 |
