1954 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 54 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 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 730 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse, 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Hudson Metropolitan | 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Hudson | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Metropolitan | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2378 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2580 mm |
