1959 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 1993 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1993 Ford Tempo is newer by 34 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 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Tempo (96 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Tempo weights approximately 345 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, 1993 Ford Tempo, 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, 1993 Ford Tempo (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Hudson Metropolitan | 1993 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Hudson | Ford |
| Model | Metropolitan | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2540 mm |
