1957 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2002 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2002 Subaru Legacy is newer by 45 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 495 kg more than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Legacy 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, 2002 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Hudson Metropolitan | 2002 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Hudson | Subaru |
Model | Metropolitan | Legacy |
Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2640 mm |