2003 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1959 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 44 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 680 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT, 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo GT (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GT | 1959 Hudson Metropolitan | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hudson |
| Model | GT | Metropolitan |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2170 mm |
