1959 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 1991 Saturn Sedan
To start off, 1991 Saturn Sedan is newer by 32 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 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Saturn Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Saturn Sedan (85 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Saturn Sedan should accelerate faster than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Saturn Sedan weights approximately 273 kg more than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. 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, 1991 Saturn Sedan, 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, 1991 Saturn Sedan (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1991 Saturn Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Hudson Metropolitan | 1991 Saturn Sedan | |
| Make | Hudson | Saturn |
| Model | Metropolitan | Sedan |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1093 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2610 mm |
