2008 Dodge Ram vs. 1959 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 49 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 925 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.
Because 2008 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 1959 Hudson Metropolitan | |
| Make | Dodge | Hudson |
| Model | Ram | Metropolitan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2170 mm |
