1961 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 1975 Mazda RX-3
To start off, 1975 Mazda RX-3 is newer by 14 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 1,964 cc, 1975 Mazda RX-3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda RX-3 (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda RX-3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda RX-3 weights approximately 31 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, 1975 Mazda RX-3 (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. (101 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda RX-3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Hudson Metropolitan | 1975 Mazda RX-3 | |
| Make | Hudson | Mazda |
| Model | Metropolitan | RX-3 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 819 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2320 mm |
