2005 Cadillac Catera vs. 1966 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Catera is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mini Countryman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mini Countryman would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1966 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1966 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1966 Mini Countryman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 Cadillac Catera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Mini Countryman, 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, 2005 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mini Countryman. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mini Countryman. 2005 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1966 Mini Countryman has manual transmission. 1966 Mini Countryman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Catera | 1966 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mini |
| Model | Catera | Countryman |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2140 mm |
