1977 Fiat 126 vs. 1959 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 1977 Fiat 126 is newer by 18 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Hudson Metropolitan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Hudson Metropolitan (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Hudson Metropolitan should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Hudson Metropolitan weights approximately 232 kg more than 1977 Fiat 126. 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, 1959 Hudson Metropolitan (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Hudson Metropolitan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 126 | 1959 Hudson Metropolitan | |
| Make | Fiat | Hudson |
| Model | 126 | Metropolitan |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2170 mm |
