1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1961 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 1975 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 14 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 3,522 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 586 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, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. (101 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Valiant | 1961 Hudson Metropolitan | |
| Make | Chrysler | Hudson |
| Model | Valiant | Metropolitan |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3522 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 819 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2170 mm |
