1955 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 1962 Simca Ariane
To start off, 1962 Simca Ariane is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Simca Ariane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Simca Ariane (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Simca Ariane should accelerate faster than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Simca Ariane weights approximately 290 kg more than 1955 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, 1962 Simca Ariane (91 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1962 Simca Ariane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Hudson Metropolitan | 1962 Simca Ariane | |
| Make | Hudson | Simca |
| Model | Metropolitan | Ariane |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2700 mm |
