1987 Honda Prelude vs. 1956 Hudson Metropolitan

To start off, 1987 Honda Prelude 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 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Prelude (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Prelude weights approximately 285 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.

Because 1956 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 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Honda Prelude, 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, 1987 Honda Prelude (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Honda Prelude 1956 Hudson Metropolitan
Make Honda Hudson
Model Prelude Metropolitan
Year Released 1987 1956
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1958 cc 1198 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 114 HP 41 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 157 Nm 76 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2400 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Vehicle Weight 1095 kg 810 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 3800 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1570 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2170 mm


 

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