1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1956 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 43 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 330 kg more than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Fiat Palio, 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, 1999 Fiat Palio (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 1956 Hudson Metropolitan | |
| Make | Fiat | Hudson |
| Model | Palio | Metropolitan |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2170 mm |
