2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 1956 Morris Minor
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Minor would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 1064 kg more than 1956 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (344 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac SRX | 1956 Morris Minor | |
Make | Cadillac | Morris |
Model | SRX | Minor |
Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2190 mm |