1954 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2000 Lotus M250
To start off, 2000 Lotus M250 is newer by 46 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Lotus M250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus M250 (176 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus M250 should accelerate faster than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Hudson Metropolitan weights approximately 135 kg more than 2000 Lotus M250.
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, 2000 Lotus M250 (180 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm). This means 2000 Lotus M250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Hudson Metropolitan | 2000 Lotus M250 | |
Make | Hudson | Lotus |
Model | Metropolitan | M250 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 76 Nm | 180 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2520 mm |