1990 Honda NSX vs. 1961 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 1990 Honda NSX is newer by 29 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 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda NSX (270 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda NSX weights approximately 546 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, 1990 Honda NSX (285 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. (101 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1990 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda NSX | 1961 Hudson Metropolitan | |
Make | Honda | Hudson |
Model | NSX | Metropolitan |
Year Released | 1990 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 819 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2170 mm |