1954 Fiat 1100 vs. 1961 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 1961 Hudson Metropolitan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Hudson Metropolitan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Fiat 1100 (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Fiat 1100 should accelerate faster than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Hudson Metropolitan weights approximately 14 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1100.
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, 1961 Hudson Metropolitan (101 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1961 Hudson Metropolitan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Fiat 1100 | 1961 Hudson Metropolitan | |
Make | Fiat | Hudson |
Model | 1100 | Metropolitan |
Year Released | 1954 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 819 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2170 mm |