1985 Ford RS 200 vs. 1955 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 1985 Ford RS 200 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 1,804 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford RS 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford RS 200 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1955 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, 1985 Ford RS 200 (293 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford RS 200 | 1955 Hudson Metropolitan | |
| Make | Ford | Hudson |
| Model | RS 200 | Metropolitan |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1804 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2170 mm |
