1954 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 1999 MCC Smart
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 45 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 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Hudson Metropolitan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 MCC Smart (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Hudson Metropolitan weights approximately 110 kg more than 1999 MCC Smart.
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, 1999 MCC Smart (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Hudson Metropolitan | 1999 MCC Smart | |
Make | Hudson | MCC |
Model | Metropolitan | Smart |
Year Released | 1954 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 76 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2280 mm |