1955 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 1967 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1967 Jaguar MK II is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 2,481 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jaguar MK II (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 640 kg more than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1967 Jaguar MK II (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Hudson Metropolitan | 1967 Jaguar MK II | |
Make | Hudson | Jaguar |
Model | Metropolitan | MK II |
Year Released | 1955 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2481 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 76 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2900 mm |