1993 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1963 MG 1100
To start off, 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 MG 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 MG 1100 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood (185 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1963 MG 1100. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1963 MG 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1963 MG 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood 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 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 MG 1100, 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, 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 MG 1100. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 MG 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1963 MG 1100 | |
| Make | Cadillac | MG |
| Model | Fleetwood | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2380 mm |
