1960 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 49 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer (233 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 1037 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 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer (253 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer has automatic transmission and 1960 Hudson Metropolitan has manual transmission. 1960 Hudson Metropolitan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Hudson Metropolitan | 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Hudson | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Metropolitan | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 253 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 818 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2640 mm |
