1960 Cadillac Seville vs. 1976 Mini MK IV
To start off, 1976 Mini MK IV is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Cadillac Seville (211 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1976 Mini MK IV. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1976 Mini MK IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1590 kg more than 1976 Mini MK IV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Cadillac Seville is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Cadillac Seville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Mini MK IV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1960 Cadillac Seville (590 Nm) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mini MK IV. (61 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mini MK IV. 1960 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1976 Mini MK IV has manual transmission. 1976 Mini MK IV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1960 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Cadillac Seville | 1976 Mini MK IV | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mini |
| Model | Seville | MK IV |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2040 mm |
