2003 Cadillac Catera vs. 1967 Morris 1800
To start off, 2003 Cadillac Catera is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morris 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morris 1800 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac Catera (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1967 Morris 1800. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1967 Morris 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 505 kg more than 1967 Morris 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Cadillac Catera 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 2003 Cadillac Catera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Morris 1800, 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, 2003 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morris 1800. (136 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morris 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac Catera | 1967 Morris 1800 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Morris |
| Model | Catera | 1800 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
