1997 Alpina B 10 vs. 1961 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 1997 Alpina B 10 is newer by 36 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 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alpina B 10 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 881 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, 1997 Alpina B 10 (471 Nm) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. (101 Nm). This means 1997 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alpina B 10 | 1961 Hudson Metropolitan | |
| Make | Alpina | Hudson |
| Model | B 10 | Metropolitan |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 819 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2170 mm |
