1975 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1955 Morris Minor
To start off, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 20 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 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1491 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.
Because 1955 Morris Minor 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 1955 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado, 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, 1975 Cadillac Eldorado (487 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (55 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1975 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Cadillac Eldorado | 1955 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Cadillac | Morris |
| Model | Eldorado | Minor |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2190 mm |
