1961 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 1966 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1966 Morris Oxford is newer by 5 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 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Morris Oxford (60 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Morris Oxford should accelerate faster than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Morris Oxford weights approximately 311 kg more than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. 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, 1966 Morris Oxford (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. (101 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1966 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Hudson Metropolitan | 1966 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Hudson | Morris |
| Model | Metropolitan | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 819 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2530 mm |
