1956 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 1959 Morgan 4
To start off, 1959 Morgan 4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Hudson Metropolitan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Hudson Metropolitan (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1959 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Hudson Metropolitan should accelerate faster than 1959 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Hudson Metropolitan weights approximately 170 kg more than 1959 Morgan 4. 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, 1956 Hudson Metropolitan (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1956 Hudson Metropolitan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Hudson Metropolitan | 1959 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Hudson | Morgan |
Model | Metropolitan | 4 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2450 mm |