2004 Ford E-150 vs. 1956 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 2004 Ford E-150 is newer by 48 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1317 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-150 (388 Nm) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-150 | 1956 Hudson Metropolitan | |
| Make | Ford | Hudson |
| Model | E-150 | Metropolitan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2127 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2170 mm |
