1988 Ford Festiva vs. 1956 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 1988 Ford Festiva is newer by 32 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Hudson Metropolitan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Festiva (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Hudson Metropolitan weights approximately 40 kg more than 1988 Ford Festiva.
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, 1988 Ford Festiva, 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, both vehicles can yield 100 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Festiva | 1956 Hudson Metropolitan | |
Make | Ford | Hudson |
Model | Festiva | Metropolitan |
Year Released | 1988 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2170 mm |