1957 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2006 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Fabia is newer by 49 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Fabia (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 500 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 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, 2006 Skoda Fabia, 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, 2006 Skoda Fabia (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Hudson Metropolitan | 2006 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Hudson | Skoda |
| Model | Metropolitan | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2470 mm |
