1956 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2004 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 48 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 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1782 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.
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, 2004 Lincoln Navigator (481 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Hudson Metropolitan | 2004 Lincoln Navigator | |
Make | Hudson | Lincoln |
Model | Metropolitan | Navigator |
Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 5406 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 76 Nm | 481 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 2592 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3030 mm |