1956 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2004 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 48 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 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Hudson Metropolitan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daihatsu Cuore (55 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Hudson Metropolitan weights approximately 10 kg more than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore.
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, 2004 Daihatsu Cuore, 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, 2004 Daihatsu Cuore (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Daihatsu Cuore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Hudson Metropolitan | 2004 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Hudson | Daihatsu |
| Model | Metropolitan | Cuore |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2380 mm |
