1959 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2000 Plymouth Neon

To start off, 2000 Plymouth Neon is newer by 41 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 1,687 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Plymouth Neon (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan.

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, 2000 Plymouth Neon, 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, 2000 Plymouth Neon (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2000 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Hudson Metropolitan 2000 Plymouth Neon
Make Hudson Plymouth
Model Metropolitan Neon
Year Released 1959 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1489 cc 1687 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 47 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 4100 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 100 Nm 160 Nm
Torque RPM 2100 RPM 1500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Vehicle Length 3800 mm 4370 mm
Vehicle Width 1570 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2170 mm 2650 mm


 

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