1956 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2003 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2003 Skoda Fabia is newer by 47 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. Both 1956 Hudson Metropolitan and 2003 Skoda Fabia are equipped with a 1,198 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Skoda Fabia (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 246 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, 2003 Skoda Fabia, 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, 2003 Skoda Fabia (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Hudson Metropolitan | 2003 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Hudson | Skoda |
Model | Metropolitan | Fabia |
Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 76 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2470 mm |