1959 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 1999 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 40 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 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP) has 476 more horse power than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan.
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, 1999 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm). This means 1999 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Hudson Metropolitan | 1999 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Hudson | Lamborghini |
| Model | Metropolitan | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 523 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2660 mm |
