1954 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2003 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2003 Mahindra CL 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 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mahindra CL (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mahindra CL should accelerate faster than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mahindra CL weights approximately 492 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 Mahindra CL 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 Mahindra CL 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 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Hudson Metropolitan | 2003 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Hudson | Mahindra |
| Model | Metropolitan | CL |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2040 mm |
