1960 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 1958 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1960 Hudson Metropolitan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Peugeot 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Peugeot 403 would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Hudson Metropolitan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Peugeot 403 (55 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Peugeot 403 should accelerate faster than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 412 kg more than 1960 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Hudson Metropolitan | 1958 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Hudson | Peugeot |
| Model | Metropolitan | 403 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 818 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2910 mm |
