1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1961 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 1968 Abarth 1300 is newer by 7 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, 1968 Abarth 1300 (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Hudson Metropolitan weights approximately 149 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300.
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, 1968 Abarth 1300 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. (101 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1968 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Abarth 1300 | 1961 Hudson Metropolitan | |
Make | Abarth | Hudson |
Model | 1300 | Metropolitan |
Year Released | 1968 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 819 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2170 mm |