1970 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1959 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 1970 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat Campagnola (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 476 kg more than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Fiat Campagnola 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, 1970 Fiat Campagnola (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat Campagnola | 1959 Hudson Metropolitan | |
| Make | Fiat | Hudson |
| Model | Campagnola | Metropolitan |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2170 mm |
