1955 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 1996 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1996 Seat Ibiza is newer by 41 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Ibiza (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Ibiza 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.
Because 1955 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 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Seat Ibiza, 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, 1996 Seat Ibiza (181 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Hudson Metropolitan | 1996 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Hudson | Seat |
| Model | Metropolitan | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2450 mm |
