1957 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 1994 Mazda 323
To start off, 1994 Mazda 323 is newer by 37 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 323 (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 323 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mazda 323 (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Hudson Metropolitan | 1994 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Hudson | Mazda |
Model | Metropolitan | 323 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2620 mm |