1954 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 1981 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1981 Jaguar XJS is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1981 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Jaguar XJS (299 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 897 kg more than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. 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, 1981 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1981 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Hudson Metropolitan | 1981 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Hudson | Jaguar |
Model | Metropolitan | XJS |
Year Released | 1954 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 5344 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 299 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 76 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1707 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2600 mm |