1961 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 1970 Plymouth Barracuda

To start off, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda is newer by 9 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 3,249 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 586 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, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. (101 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1970 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan.

Compare all specifications:

1961 Hudson Metropolitan 1970 Plymouth Barracuda
Make Hudson Plymouth
Model Metropolitan Barracuda
Year Released 1961 1970
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1489 cc 3249 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 47 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 4100 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 101 Nm 217 Nm
Torque RPM 2100 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 819 kg 1405 kg
Vehicle Length 3800 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1570 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2170 mm 2760 mm


 

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