2005 Audi A8 vs. 1954 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 4,178 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1954 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, 2005 Audi A8 (430 Nm) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1954 Hudson Metropolitan | |
| Make | Audi | Hudson |
| Model | A8 | Metropolitan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4178 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2170 mm |
