1955 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 52 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 1083 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Hudson Metropolitan | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Hudson | SsangYong |
Model | Metropolitan | Kyron |
Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 76 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1893 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2750 mm |