1957 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2002 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2002 Mini Cooper is newer by 45 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mini Cooper (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan.
Because 1957 Hudson Metropolitan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Mini Cooper (149 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm). This means 2002 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Hudson Metropolitan | 2002 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Hudson | Mini |
| Model | Metropolitan | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2470 mm |
