1957 Fiat 1100 vs. 1959 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 1959 Hudson Metropolitan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Hudson Metropolitan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Fiat 1100 (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fiat 1100 should accelerate faster than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1959 Hudson Metropolitan (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1959 Hudson Metropolitan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 1100 | 1959 Hudson Metropolitan | |
Make | Fiat | Hudson |
Model | 1100 | Metropolitan |
Year Released | 1957 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2170 mm |