1992 Ford Corsair vs. 1960 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 1992 Ford Corsair is newer by 32 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Corsair (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Corsair weights approximately 312 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.
Because 1960 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 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Corsair, 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, 1992 Ford Corsair (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Corsair | 1960 Hudson Metropolitan | |
| Make | Ford | Hudson |
| Model | Corsair | Metropolitan |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2170 mm |
