1960 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 1961 Renault 4
To start off, 1961 Renault 4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Hudson Metropolitan 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 20 more horse power than 1961 Renault 4. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Hudson Metropolitan should accelerate faster than 1961 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Hudson Metropolitan weights approximately 278 kg more than 1961 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Renault 4, 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, 1960 Hudson Metropolitan (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Renault 4. (51 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1960 Hudson Metropolitan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Hudson Metropolitan | 1961 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Hudson | Renault |
| Model | Metropolitan | 4 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 818 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2410 mm |
