2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 1957 Morris Cowley
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Catera is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Cowley. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Cowley would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Catera (200 HP) has 147 more horse power than 1957 Morris Cowley. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 626 kg more than 1957 Morris Cowley. 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, 2000 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Cowley. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Cowley. 2000 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1957 Morris Cowley has manual transmission. 1957 Morris Cowley will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Catera | 1957 Morris Cowley | |
Make | Cadillac | Morris |
Model | Catera | Cowley |
Year Released | 2000 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 260 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 52 L |