1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1956 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 1961 Austin A 40 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Hudson Metropolitan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Hudson Metropolitan (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Hudson Metropolitan should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Hudson Metropolitan weights approximately 60 kg more than 1961 Austin A 40. 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, 1956 Hudson Metropolitan (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1956 Hudson Metropolitan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 40 | 1956 Hudson Metropolitan | |
| Make | Austin | Hudson |
| Model | A 40 | Metropolitan |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2170 mm |
