1959 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 1989 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1989 Peugeot 205 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Hudson Metropolitan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Hudson Metropolitan (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Hudson Metropolitan should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Hudson Metropolitan weights approximately 60 kg more than 1989 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 205, 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, 1959 Hudson Metropolitan (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1959 Hudson Metropolitan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Hudson Metropolitan | 1989 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Hudson | Peugeot |
| Model | Metropolitan | 205 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2430 mm |
