1974 Honda 145 vs. 1960 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 1974 Honda 145 is newer by 14 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 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Hudson Metropolitan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Honda 145 (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Honda 145 should accelerate faster than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Honda 145 weights approximately 106 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.
Because 1960 Hudson Metropolitan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Honda 145, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda 145 (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1974 Honda 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda 145 | 1960 Hudson Metropolitan | |
| Make | Honda | Hudson |
| Model | 145 | Metropolitan |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1433 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2170 mm |
