1986 Fiat Uno vs. 1959 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 1986 Fiat Uno is newer by 27 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Hudson Metropolitan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Hudson Metropolitan (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Hudson Metropolitan should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Hudson Metropolitan weights approximately 130 kg more than 1986 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Uno, 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, 1959 Hudson Metropolitan (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Uno. (67 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Hudson Metropolitan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Uno | 1959 Hudson Metropolitan | |
| Make | Fiat | Hudson |
| Model | Uno | Metropolitan |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2170 mm |
