1964 Ford Anglia vs. 1957 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 1964 Ford Anglia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Hudson Metropolitan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Hudson Metropolitan (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1964 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Hudson Metropolitan should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Hudson Metropolitan weights approximately 83 kg more than 1964 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1957 Hudson Metropolitan (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1957 Hudson Metropolitan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Anglia | 1957 Hudson Metropolitan | |
| Make | Ford | Hudson |
| Model | Anglia | Metropolitan |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2170 mm |
