1960 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 1959 Morris Minor
To start off, 1960 Hudson Metropolitan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Hudson Metropolitan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Hudson Metropolitan (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Hudson Metropolitan should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Morris Minor weights approximately 7 kg more than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan.
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 Hudson Metropolitan (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1960 Hudson Metropolitan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Hudson Metropolitan | 1959 Morris Minor | |
Make | Hudson | Morris |
Model | Metropolitan | Minor |
Year Released | 1960 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1487 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 818 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2190 mm |