1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1956 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 34 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, 1956 Hudson Metropolitan (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Hudson Metropolitan should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Hudson Metropolitan weights approximately 65 kg more than 1990 Fiat Uno. 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, 1990 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, 1956 Hudson Metropolitan (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1956 Hudson Metropolitan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 1956 Hudson Metropolitan | |
| Make | Fiat | Hudson |
| Model | Uno | Metropolitan |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2170 mm |
