1959 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2003 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2003 Porsche Boxster is newer by 44 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 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 530 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.
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, 2003 Porsche Boxster (261 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Hudson Metropolitan | 2003 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Hudson | Porsche |
Model | Metropolitan | Boxster |
Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 261 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2360 mm |