1995 Acura Legend vs. 1959 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Legend weights approximately 775 kg more than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend, 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, 1995 Acura Legend (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura Legend | 1959 Hudson Metropolitan | |
Make | Acura | Hudson |
Model | Legend | Metropolitan |
Year Released | 1995 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2170 mm |