1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 1959 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 208 is newer by 23 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 1,990 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 208 (220 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 412 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.
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, 1982 Ferrari 208 (241 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 208 | 1959 Hudson Metropolitan | |
| Make | Ferrari | Hudson |
| Model | 208 | Metropolitan |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2170 mm |
