1961 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2001 Mazda B4000

To start off, 2001 Mazda B4000 is newer by 40 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 526 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, 2001 Mazda B4000 (324 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. (101 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan.

Compare all specifications:

1961 Hudson Metropolitan 2001 Mazda B4000
Make Hudson Mazda
Model Metropolitan B4000
Year Released 1961 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1489 cc 4000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 47 HP 207 HP
Engine RPM 4100 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 101 Nm 324 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 819 kg 1345 kg
Vehicle Length 3800 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1570 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 2170 mm 2840 mm


 

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