1954 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2004 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2004 Lancia Lybra is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lancia Lybra (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 480 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.
Because 1954 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 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Lancia Lybra, 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, 2004 Lancia Lybra (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Hudson Metropolitan | 2004 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Hudson | Lancia |
| Model | Metropolitan | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2600 mm |
