1974 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1961 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 1974 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 13 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chevrolet Corvette (195 HP) has 148 more horse power than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan.
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, 1974 Chevrolet Corvette (373 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. (101 Nm). This means 1974 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Corvette | 1961 Hudson Metropolitan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hudson |
| Model | Corvette | Metropolitan |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2170 mm |
