1957 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 1973 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 1973 Jaguar XJ is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1973 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Jaguar XJ (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1957 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, 1973 Jaguar XJ (409 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1973 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Hudson Metropolitan | 1973 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Hudson | Jaguar |
| Model | Metropolitan | XJ |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 5344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 409 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2770 mm |
