2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 1949 Morris Minor
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 955 kg more than 1949 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 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 1949 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Seville | 1949 Morris Minor | |
Make | Cadillac | Morris |
Model | Seville | Minor |
Year Released | 2000 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 916 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 53 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2190 mm |