1956 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 1988 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1988 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 32 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 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jeep Cherokee (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 640 kg more than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Jeep Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Jeep Cherokee (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Hudson Metropolitan | 1988 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Hudson | Jeep |
Model | Metropolitan | Cherokee |
Year Released | 1956 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2068 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 76 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2580 mm |