1998 Ford Focus vs. 1957 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 41 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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Focus weights approximately 372 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.
Because 1957 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 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus, 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 Ford Focus (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Focus | 1957 Hudson Metropolitan | |
| Make | Ford | Hudson |
| Model | Focus | Metropolitan |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2170 mm |
