2007 Ford E-250 vs. 1956 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 51 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-250 | 1956 Hudson Metropolitan | |
| Make | Ford | Hudson |
| Model | E-250 | Metropolitan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 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 | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2170 mm |
