1961 Citroen 2CV vs. 1961 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, both 1961 Citroen 2CV and 1961 Hudson Metropolitan were released in the same year (1961). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Hudson Metropolitan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Hudson Metropolitan (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Hudson Metropolitan should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Hudson Metropolitan weights approximately 324 kg more than 1961 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Citroen 2CV, 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, 1961 Hudson Metropolitan (101 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1961 Hudson Metropolitan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Citroen 2CV | 1961 Hudson Metropolitan | |
Make | Citroen | Hudson |
Model | 2CV | Metropolitan |
Year Released | 1961 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 375 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 10 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 819 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2170 mm |