1959 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 1998 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1998 Honda CR-V is newer by 39 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda CR-V (128 HP) has 81 more horse power than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda CR-V weights approximately 680 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 1998 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Honda CR-V (180 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm). This means 1998 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Hudson Metropolitan | 1998 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Hudson | Honda |
| Model | Metropolitan | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2620 mm |
