1981 Ford Fiesta vs. 1960 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 1981 Ford Fiesta is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Fiesta (83 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Hudson Metropolitan weights approximately 18 kg more than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1960 Hudson Metropolitan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Ford Fiesta (129 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Fiesta | 1960 Hudson Metropolitan | |
| Make | Ford | Hudson |
| Model | Fiesta | Metropolitan |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2170 mm |
