1954 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2005 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2005 Toyota RunX is newer by 51 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RunX (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RunX weights approximately 300 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 1954 Hudson Metropolitan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RunX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Toyota RunX (128 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Hudson Metropolitan | 2005 Toyota RunX | |
Make | Hudson | Toyota |
Model | Metropolitan | RunX |
Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 76 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1110 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2610 mm |