2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1955 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 54 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Panda (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 330 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 2009 Fiat Panda 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, 2009 Fiat Panda 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, 2009 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 1955 Hudson Metropolitan | |
Make | Fiat | Hudson |
Model | Panda | Metropolitan |
Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2170 mm |