1955 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 1968 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1968 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 13 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Triumph Spitfire (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Hudson Metropolitan weights approximately 60 kg more than 1968 Triumph Spitfire.
Because 1955 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 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Triumph Spitfire, 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, 1968 Triumph Spitfire (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Hudson Metropolitan | 1968 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Hudson | Triumph |
| Model | Metropolitan | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2110 mm |
