2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 1949 Morris Minor
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 60 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 3,562 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac SRX (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 1170 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 2009 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Morris Minor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Cadillac SRX (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac SRX | 1949 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Cadillac | Morris |
| Model | SRX | Minor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 916 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2190 mm |
