1957 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1972 Simca 1000 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Hudson Metropolitan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Hudson Metropolitan (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Hudson Metropolitan should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Hudson Metropolitan weights approximately 45 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Hudson Metropolitan (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Hudson Metropolitan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Hudson Metropolitan | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Hudson | Simca |
| Model | Metropolitan | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2230 mm |
