2005 Ford F-250 vs. 1955 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 2005 Ford F-250 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1830 kg more than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-250 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, 2005 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-250 | 1955 Hudson Metropolitan | |
| Make | Ford | Hudson |
| Model | F-250 | Metropolitan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2170 mm |
