2003 Ford Expedition vs. 1959 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 2003 Ford Expedition 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Expedition (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1670 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 2003 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Ford Expedition (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Expedition | 1959 Hudson Metropolitan | |
| Make | Ford | Hudson |
| Model | Expedition | Metropolitan |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2170 mm |
