1957 Austin A 35 vs. 1954 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 1957 Austin A 35 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Hudson Metropolitan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Hudson Metropolitan (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Hudson Metropolitan should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Hudson Metropolitan weights approximately 120 kg more than 1957 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Hudson Metropolitan (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1954 Hudson Metropolitan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 35 | 1954 Hudson Metropolitan | |
| Make | Austin | Hudson |
| Model | A 35 | Metropolitan |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2170 mm |
