1961 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 1985 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1985 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 24 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, 1985 Nissan Pulsar (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 61 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.
Because 1961 Hudson Metropolitan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Pulsar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1961 Hudson Metropolitan (101 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Pulsar. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1961 Hudson Metropolitan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Hudson Metropolitan | 1985 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Hudson | Nissan |
| Model | Metropolitan | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1268 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 819 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2420 mm |
