1960 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2010 Dacia Sandero
To start off, 2010 Dacia Sandero is newer by 50 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, 2010 Dacia Sandero (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dacia Sandero should accelerate faster than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dacia Sandero weights approximately 293 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, 2010 Dacia Sandero, 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, 2010 Dacia Sandero (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2010 Dacia Sandero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Hudson Metropolitan | 2010 Dacia Sandero | |
Make | Hudson | Dacia |
Model | Metropolitan | Sandero |
Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 818 kg | 1111 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2600 mm |