1959 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 49 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 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Hudson Metropolitan | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Hudson | Land Rover |
Model | Metropolitan | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 4197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2880 mm |