1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1956 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 387 kg more than 1956 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, 1987 Ford Sierra (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1956 Hudson Metropolitan | |
| Make | Ford | Hudson |
| Model | Sierra | Metropolitan |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1207 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2170 mm |
