1960 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2008 Skoda Roomster
To start off, 2008 Skoda Roomster is newer by 48 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Roomster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Roomster (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Roomster should accelerate faster than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Roomster weights approximately 448 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, 2008 Skoda Roomster, 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, 2008 Skoda Roomster (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Roomster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Hudson Metropolitan | 2008 Skoda Roomster | |
| Make | Hudson | Skoda |
| Model | Metropolitan | Roomster |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 818 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2620 mm |
