1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1955 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 1972 Dodge Dart is newer by 17 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 525 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1955 Hudson Metropolitan | |
| Make | Dodge | Hudson |
| Model | Dart | Metropolitan |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2170 mm |
