1961 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 446 more horse power than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 221 kg more than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. (101 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Hudson Metropolitan | 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | Hudson | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Metropolitan | 155 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 11700 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 9500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 819 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
