1954 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman weights approximately 475 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, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman, 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, 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Hudson Metropolitan | 2011 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Hudson | Mini |
| Model | Metropolitan | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2548 mm |
