1955 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS is newer by 57 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 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus IS (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus IS weights approximately 735 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, 2012 Lexus IS (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Hudson Metropolitan | 2012 Lexus IS | |
Make | Hudson | Lexus |
Model | Metropolitan | IS |
Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 76 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2731 mm |