1957 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 1983 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1983 Honda Ballade is newer by 26 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, 1983 Honda Ballade (67 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Honda Ballade should accelerate faster than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Hudson Metropolitan weights approximately 35 kg more than 1983 Honda Ballade.
Because 1957 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 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Honda Ballade, 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, 1983 Honda Ballade (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1983 Honda Ballade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Hudson Metropolitan | 1983 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Hudson | Honda |
| Model | Metropolitan | Ballade |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2330 mm |
