1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 1956 Morris Minor
To start off, 1961 Cadillac 62 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Minor would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1325 kg more than 1956 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, 1961 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 514 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (68 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 1956 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Cadillac | Morris |
| Model | 62 | Minor |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2190 mm |
