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Hudson Metropolitan

General information

ModelHudson Metropolitan
Year1961
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating56.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1489 ccm (90.86 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 3-speed

Engine and transmission

Displacement1489 ccm (90.86 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power48.00 PS (35 kW or 47 HP) at 4100 Rev. per min.
Max torque101 Nm (10.3 kgf-m or 74.5 ft.lbs) at 2100 Rev. per min.
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Fuel controlPushrod/overhead valve (OHV)
GearboxManual, 3-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0586 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space3370 litres (890 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight819 kg (1,805.6 pounds)
Overall length3800 mm (149.6 inches)
Overall width1570 mm (61.8 inches)
Overall height1450 mm (57.1 inches)
Wheelbase2170 mm (85.4 inches)

Other specifications

CommentsAlso called Nash Metropolitan and Austin Metropolitan.
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