1954 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 57 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 1056 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 2011 Mazda BT-50 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, 2011 Mazda BT-50 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, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Hudson Metropolitan | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Hudson | Mazda |
| Model | Metropolitan | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3010 mm |
