1964 Ford Zephyr vs. 1956 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 1964 Ford Zephyr is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 1,703 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ford Zephyr (72 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 325 kg more than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. 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, 1964 Ford Zephyr (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1964 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Zephyr | 1956 Hudson Metropolitan | |
| Make | Ford | Hudson |
| Model | Zephyr | Metropolitan |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2170 mm |
