2003 Cadillac Seville vs. 1968 Morris Minor
To start off, 2003 Cadillac Seville is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1968 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1006 kg more than 1968 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac Seville | 1968 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Cadillac | Morris |
| Model | Seville | Minor |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
