1998 Acura NSX vs. 1957 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 1998 Acura NSX is newer by 41 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura NSX (291 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan.
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, 1998 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1998 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Acura NSX | 1957 Hudson Metropolitan | |
Make | Acura | Hudson |
Model | NSX | Metropolitan |
Year Released | 1998 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2170 mm |