1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 1959 Morris Minor
To start off, 1980 Cadillac Seville is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Minor would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Cadillac Seville (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1959 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Cadillac Seville, 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, 1980 Cadillac Seville (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Cadillac Seville | 1959 Morris Minor | |
Make | Cadillac | Morris |
Model | Seville | Minor |
Year Released | 1980 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2190 mm |