1960 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 1998 Proton Tiara
To start off, 1998 Proton Tiara is newer by 38 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 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Hudson Metropolitan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Proton Tiara (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Proton Tiara should accelerate faster than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Hudson Metropolitan weights approximately 32 kg more than 1998 Proton Tiara.
Because 1960 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 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Proton Tiara, 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, 1960 Hudson Metropolitan (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1960 Hudson Metropolitan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Proton Tiara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Hudson Metropolitan | 1998 Proton Tiara | |
| Make | Hudson | Proton |
| Model | Metropolitan | Tiara |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 818 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2290 mm |
