1955 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2009 Tata Nano
To start off, 2009 Tata Nano is newer by 54 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 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Hudson Metropolitan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Hudson Metropolitan (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Hudson Metropolitan should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Hudson Metropolitan weights approximately 210 kg more than 2009 Tata Nano. 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, 1955 Hudson Metropolitan (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Hudson Metropolitan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Hudson Metropolitan | 2009 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Hudson | Tata |
| Model | Metropolitan | Nano |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2230 mm |
