2004 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1959 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 45 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1020 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria (343 Nm) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Crown Victoria | 1959 Hudson Metropolitan | |
Make | Ford | Hudson |
Model | Crown Victoria | Metropolitan |
Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 100 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2170 mm |