1961 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 1970 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 1970 Mazda RX-2 is newer by 9 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 2,292 cc, 1970 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda RX-2 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda RX-2 weights approximately 141 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, 1970 Mazda RX-2 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. (101 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda RX-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Hudson Metropolitan | 1970 Mazda RX-2 | |
Make | Hudson | Mazda |
Model | Metropolitan | RX-2 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2292 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 819 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2480 mm |