1993 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1966 MG MGC
To start off, 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 MG MGC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 MG MGC 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 37 more horse power than 1966 MG MGC. (148 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1966 MG MGC.
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, 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 MG MGC. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 MG MGC. 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood has automatic transmission and 1966 MG MGC has manual transmission. 1966 MG MGC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1966 MG MGC | |
| Make | Cadillac | MG |
| Model | Fleetwood | MGC |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2560 mm |
