1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1956 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 42 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 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Hudson Metropolitan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Seicento (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Hudson Metropolitan weights approximately 60 kg more than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
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, 1998 Fiat Seicento, 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, 1998 Fiat Seicento (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Seicento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Seicento | 1956 Hudson Metropolitan | |
Make | Fiat | Hudson |
Model | Seicento | Metropolitan |
Year Released | 1998 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2170 mm |