1961 Ford Prefect vs. 1954 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 1961 Ford Prefect is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Hudson Metropolitan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Hudson Metropolitan (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Hudson Metropolitan should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Hudson Metropolitan weights approximately 32 kg more than 1961 Ford Prefect. 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, 1954 Hudson Metropolitan (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1954 Hudson Metropolitan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Prefect | 1954 Hudson Metropolitan | |
| Make | Ford | Hudson |
| Model | Prefect | Metropolitan |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2170 mm |
