1956 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 50 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Milan (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 1012 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 2006 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Mercury Milan (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Hudson Metropolitan | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Hudson | Mercury |
| Model | Metropolitan | Milan |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2730 mm |
