1958 Ford Prefect vs. 1960 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 1960 Hudson Metropolitan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Hudson Metropolitan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Hudson Metropolitan (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1958 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Hudson Metropolitan should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Hudson Metropolitan weights approximately 53 kg more than 1958 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1960 Hudson Metropolitan (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1960 Hudson Metropolitan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Prefect | 1960 Hudson Metropolitan | |
Make | Ford | Hudson |
Model | Prefect | Metropolitan |
Year Released | 1958 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 818 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2170 mm |