1956 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 1965 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1965 Lancia Fulvia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Lancia Fulvia (80 HP) has 39 more horse power than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 115 kg more than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Lancia Fulvia, 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, 1965 Lancia Fulvia (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1965 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Hudson Metropolitan | 1965 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Hudson | Lancia |
| Model | Metropolitan | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2340 mm |
