1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1954 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 147 kg more than 1954 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, 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1954 Hudson Metropolitan | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Hudson |
Model | Giulietta | Metropolitan |
Year Released | 1960 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 957 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2170 mm |