1959 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 1968 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1968 TVR Vixen is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 TVR Vixen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 TVR Vixen (75 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 TVR Vixen should accelerate faster than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Hudson Metropolitan weights approximately 60 kg more than 1968 TVR Vixen.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 TVR Vixen (125 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm). This means 1968 TVR Vixen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Hudson Metropolitan | 1968 TVR Vixen | |
| Make | Hudson | TVR |
| Model | Metropolitan | Vixen |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2290 mm |
