1955 Morris Minor vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 768 kg more than 1955 Morris Minor. 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (353 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Morris Minor | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
Make | Morris | Cadillac |
Model | Minor | ATS |
Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 947 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4643 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 61 L |