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Hudson Metropolitan 1500

General information

ModelHudson Metropolitan 1500
Year1956
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating54.7 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

Engine and transmission

Displacement1489 ccm (90.86 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power48.7 PS (36 kW or 48 HP) at 4100 Rev. per min.
Max torque100.00 Nm (10.2 kgf-m or 73.8 ft.lbs) at 2100 Rev. per min.
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0598 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space3370 litres (890 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight820 kg (1,807.8 pounds)
Overall length3800 mm (149.6 inches)
Overall width1570 mm (61.8 inches)
Overall height1450 mm (57.1 inches)
Wheelbase2170 mm (85.4 inches)
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