1961 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 52 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Scion FR-S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion FR-S (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion FR-S weights approximately 411 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, 2013 Scion FR-S (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. (101 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2013 Scion FR-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. 2013 Scion FR-S has automatic transmission and 1961 Hudson Metropolitan has manual transmission. 1961 Hudson Metropolitan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Scion FR-S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Hudson Metropolitan | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | Hudson | Scion |
| Model | Metropolitan | FR-S |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 819 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2570 mm |
