1955 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2012 Scion xD
To start off, 2012 Scion xD 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Scion xD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Scion xD (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Scion xD should accelerate faster than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Scion xD weights approximately 381 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.
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, 2012 Scion xD, 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, 2012 Scion xD (169 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Scion xD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Hudson Metropolitan | 2012 Scion xD | |
| Make | Hudson | Scion |
| Model | Metropolitan | xD |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1191 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3929 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1509 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2461 mm |
