1955 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 1962 Subaru 360
To start off, 1962 Subaru 360 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Hudson Metropolitan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Hudson Metropolitan (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1962 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Hudson Metropolitan should accelerate faster than 1962 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Hudson Metropolitan weights approximately 425 kg more than 1962 Subaru 360. 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, 1955 Hudson Metropolitan (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Hudson Metropolitan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Hudson Metropolitan | 1962 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Hudson | Subaru |
| Model | Metropolitan | 360 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 1780 mm |
