1961 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 1965 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1965 Steyr 650T is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. 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 27 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Hudson Metropolitan should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Hudson Metropolitan weights approximately 319 kg more than 1965 Steyr 650T. 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, 1961 Hudson Metropolitan (101 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1961 Hudson Metropolitan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Hudson Metropolitan | 1965 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Hudson | Steyr |
| Model | Metropolitan | 650T |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 819 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 1850 mm |
