1957 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 1954 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1957 Hudson Metropolitan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Hudson Metropolitan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Hudson Metropolitan (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1954 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Hudson Metropolitan should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Morris Oxford weights approximately 180 kg more than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan.
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, 1957 Hudson Metropolitan (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1957 Hudson Metropolitan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Hudson Metropolitan | 1954 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Hudson | Morris |
Model | Metropolitan | Oxford |
Year Released | 1957 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1476 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2470 mm |