1955 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 is newer by 50 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 307 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 260 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, 2005 Peugeot 307, 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, 2005 Peugeot 307 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Hudson Metropolitan | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Hudson | Peugeot |
| Model | Metropolitan | 307 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2810 mm |
