1960 Abarth 750 vs. 1954 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 1960 Abarth 750 is newer by 6 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 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Hudson Metropolitan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 750 (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 750 should accelerate faster than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Hudson Metropolitan weights approximately 220 kg more than 1960 Abarth 750.
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, 1954 Hudson Metropolitan (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1954 Hudson Metropolitan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 750 | 1954 Hudson Metropolitan | |
| Make | Abarth | Hudson |
| Model | 750 | Metropolitan |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2170 mm |
