1961 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo
To start off, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo is newer by 21 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo (202 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo weights approximately 276 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, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo (258 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. (101 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Hudson Metropolitan | 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo | |
| Make | Hudson | Maserati |
| Model | Metropolitan | Bi Turbo |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 819 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2510 mm |
