1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1960 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 2,292 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 317 kg more than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Sierra (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 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 1960 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1960 Hudson Metropolitan | |
| Make | Ford | Hudson |
| Model | Sierra | Metropolitan |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2170 mm |
