1957 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 1995 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1995 Seat Marbella is newer by 38 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 7 more horse power than 1995 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Hudson Metropolitan should accelerate faster than 1995 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Hudson Metropolitan weights approximately 140 kg more than 1995 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Seat Marbella, 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, 1957 Hudson Metropolitan (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1957 Hudson Metropolitan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Hudson Metropolitan | 1995 Seat Marbella | |
Make | Hudson | Seat |
Model | Metropolitan | Marbella |
Year Released | 1957 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2170 mm |