1990 Ford Granada vs. 1957 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 1990 Ford Granada is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Granada (92 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Granada weights approximately 570 kg more than 1957 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, 1990 Ford Granada (204 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Granada | 1957 Hudson Metropolitan | |
| Make | Ford | Hudson |
| Model | Granada | Metropolitan |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2170 mm |
