1959 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 48 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 615 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B, 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Hudson Metropolitan | 2007 Mercedes-Benz B | |
Make | Hudson | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Metropolitan | B |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2780 mm |