1957 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2006 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 49 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 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Morgan Aero 8 weights approximately 400 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, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Hudson Metropolitan | 2006 Morgan Aero 8 | |
Make | Hudson | Morgan |
Model | Metropolitan | Aero 8 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 4396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2540 mm |