1954 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2006 Toyota Yaris is newer by 52 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Yaris (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 205 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, 2006 Toyota Yaris, 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, 2006 Toyota Yaris (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Hudson Metropolitan | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Hudson | Toyota |
Model | Metropolitan | Yaris |
Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 76 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2380 mm |