2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 1956 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 49 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Hudson Metropolitan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Seicento (53 HP @ 2750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Hudson Metropolitan weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Because 1956 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 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Seicento, 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, 1956 Hudson Metropolitan (100 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (88 Nm). This means 1956 Hudson Metropolitan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Seicento | 1956 Hudson Metropolitan | |
| Make | Fiat | Hudson |
| Model | Seicento | Metropolitan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2170 mm |
