1960 Ford Zodiac vs. 1961 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 1961 Hudson Metropolitan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ford Zodiac (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 372 kg more than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. 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, 1960 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. (101 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1960 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Zodiac | 1961 Hudson Metropolitan | |
Make | Ford | Hudson |
Model | Zodiac | Metropolitan |
Year Released | 1960 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 819 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2170 mm |