1979 Ford Capri vs. 1957 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 1979 Ford Capri is newer by 22 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, 1979 Ford Capri (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Capri weights approximately 170 kg more than 1957 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, 1957 Hudson Metropolitan (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Hudson Metropolitan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Capri | 1957 Hudson Metropolitan | |
| Make | Ford | Hudson |
| Model | Capri | Metropolitan |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2170 mm |
