1950 GAZ M-20 vs. 1961 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 1961 Hudson Metropolitan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 GAZ M-20 (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 GAZ M-20 should accelerate faster than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 641 kg more than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. 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, 1950 GAZ M-20 (126 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. (101 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1950 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 GAZ M-20 | 1961 Hudson Metropolitan | |
| Make | GAZ | Hudson |
| Model | M-20 | Metropolitan |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 819 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2170 mm |
