2006 Honda Accord vs. 1961 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 45 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 759 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.
Because 1961 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 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord, 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, 2006 Honda Accord (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. (101 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1961 Hudson Metropolitan has manual transmission. 1961 Hudson Metropolitan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1961 Hudson Metropolitan | |
| Make | Honda | Hudson |
| Model | Accord | Metropolitan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 819 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2170 mm |
