1960 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 1992 Porsche 964
To start off, 1992 Porsche 964 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 964 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 964 (261 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 964 should accelerate faster than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 964 weights approximately 387 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.
Because 1992 Porsche 964 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 964 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Porsche 964 (318 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 964 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Hudson Metropolitan | 1992 Porsche 964 | |
| Make | Hudson | Porsche |
| Model | Metropolitan | 964 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 818 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2280 mm |
