1957 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 1960 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1960 Mazda R 360 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Hudson Metropolitan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Hudson Metropolitan (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Hudson Metropolitan should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Hudson Metropolitan weights approximately 440 kg more than 1960 Mazda R 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, 1957 Hudson Metropolitan (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Hudson Metropolitan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Hudson Metropolitan | 1960 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Hudson | Mazda |
| Model | Metropolitan | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 1770 mm |
