1967 Austin 3-Litre vs. 1961 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 1967 Austin 3-Litre is newer by 6 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 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Austin 3-Litre (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Austin 3-Litre should accelerate faster than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Austin 3-Litre weights approximately 705 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, 1967 Austin 3-Litre (221 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. (101 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1967 Austin 3-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin 3-Litre | 1961 Hudson Metropolitan | |
Make | Austin | Hudson |
Model | 3-Litre | Metropolitan |
Year Released | 1967 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 819 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2170 mm |