1961 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 1976 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1976 Mazda Familia is newer by 15 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, 1976 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Hudson Metropolitan weights approximately 19 kg more than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mazda Familia (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. (101 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Hudson Metropolitan | 1976 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Hudson | Mazda |
| Model | Metropolitan | Familia |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 819 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2270 mm |
