1960 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2005 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2005 Opel Zafira is newer by 45 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Zafira (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Zafira weights approximately 722 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, 2005 Opel Zafira, 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, 2005 Opel Zafira (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Hudson Metropolitan | 2005 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Hudson | Opel |
Model | Metropolitan | Zafira |
Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 818 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2740 mm |