1954 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 49 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 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1180 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.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento 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, 2003 Kia Sorento (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Hudson Metropolitan | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Hudson | Kia |
Model | Metropolitan | Sorento |
Year Released | 1954 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 76 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2670 mm |