1960 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2004 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2004 Toyota Celica is newer by 44 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Celica (140 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Celica weights approximately 286 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 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, 2004 Toyota Celica, 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, 2004 Toyota Celica (170 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Hudson Metropolitan | 2004 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Hudson | Toyota |
Model | Metropolitan | Celica |
Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 170 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 818 kg | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2560 mm |