1959 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 1974 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1974 Innocenti Mini is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Hudson Metropolitan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Innocenti Mini (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Hudson Metropolitan weights approximately 90 kg more than 1974 Innocenti Mini.
Because 1959 Hudson Metropolitan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Innocenti Mini, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Hudson Metropolitan (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (96 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1959 Hudson Metropolitan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Hudson Metropolitan | 1974 Innocenti Mini | |
Make | Hudson | Innocenti |
Model | Metropolitan | Mini |
Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2050 mm |