1968 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1960 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 1968 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac DeVille (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 1267 kg more than 1960 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, 1968 Cadillac DeVille (712 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 612 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. 1968 Cadillac DeVille has automatic transmission and 1960 Hudson Metropolitan has manual transmission. 1960 Hudson Metropolitan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Cadillac DeVille will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac DeVille | 1960 Hudson Metropolitan | |
Make | Cadillac | Hudson |
Model | DeVille | Metropolitan |
Year Released | 1968 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 818 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2170 mm |