1957 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 48 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (175 HP) has 128 more horse power than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan.
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, 2005 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Hudson Metropolitan | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Hudson | Toyota |
| Model | Metropolitan | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2710 mm |
