1984 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1957 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 27 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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 880 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, 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1957 Hudson Metropolitan | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Hudson |
| Model | Longchamp | Metropolitan |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2170 mm |
