1999 Ford Expedition vs. 1960 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 1999 Ford Expedition is newer by 39 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1542 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 1999 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. 1999 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1960 Hudson Metropolitan has manual transmission. 1960 Hudson Metropolitan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Expedition | 1960 Hudson Metropolitan | |
| Make | Ford | Hudson |
| Model | Expedition | Metropolitan |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2170 mm |
