1953 Fiat 1900 vs. 1954 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 1954 Hudson Metropolitan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Fiat 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Fiat 1900 (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Fiat 1900 should accelerate faster than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1954 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, 1953 Fiat 1900 (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1953 Fiat 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Fiat 1900 | 1954 Hudson Metropolitan | |
Make | Fiat | Hudson |
Model | 1900 | Metropolitan |
Year Released | 1953 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2170 mm |