2005 Honda Accord vs. 1956 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord 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 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 548 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.
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 Honda Accord, 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, 2005 Honda Accord (217 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Accord | 1956 Hudson Metropolitan | |
Make | Honda | Hudson |
Model | Accord | Metropolitan |
Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2358 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 76 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2170 mm |