2007 Fiat Strada vs. 1959 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 48 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Hudson Metropolitan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Strada (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Strada weights approximately 260 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Fiat Strada (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Strada | 1959 Hudson Metropolitan | |
Make | Fiat | Hudson |
Model | Strada | Metropolitan |
Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1366 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2170 mm |