1968 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1955 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 1968 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac DeVille (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 1275 kg more than 1955 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, 1968 Cadillac DeVille (712 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 636 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac DeVille | 1955 Hudson Metropolitan | |
Make | Cadillac | Hudson |
Model | DeVille | Metropolitan |
Year Released | 1968 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2170 mm |