1954 Austin A 30 vs. 1960 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 1960 Hudson Metropolitan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Hudson Metropolitan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Hudson Metropolitan (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Hudson Metropolitan should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Hudson Metropolitan weights approximately 138 kg more than 1954 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1960 Hudson Metropolitan (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1960 Hudson Metropolitan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 30 | 1960 Hudson Metropolitan | |
Make | Austin | Hudson |
Model | A 30 | Metropolitan |
Year Released | 1954 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 818 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2170 mm |