1975 Ford Escort vs. 1961 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 1975 Ford Escort 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Hudson Metropolitan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Hudson Metropolitan (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Hudson Metropolitan should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Escort weights approximately 91 kg more 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, 1961 Hudson Metropolitan (101 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (61 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1961 Hudson Metropolitan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 1961 Hudson Metropolitan | |
| Make | Ford | Hudson |
| Model | Escort | Metropolitan |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 819 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2170 mm |
