1954 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 1991 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1991 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1991 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1954 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, 1991 Mazda RX-7 (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Hudson Metropolitan | 1991 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | Hudson | Mazda |
Model | Metropolitan | RX-7 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 76 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2440 mm |