1998 Cadillac Catera vs. 1964 Morris Minor
To start off, 1998 Cadillac Catera is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Morris Minor would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1964 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1964 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 905 kg more than 1964 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, 1998 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Cadillac Catera | 1964 Morris Minor | |
Make | Cadillac | Morris |
Model | Catera | Minor |
Year Released | 1998 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 83.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 117 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |