2007 Acura MDX vs. 1955 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 2007 Acura MDX is newer by 52 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 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan.
Because 2007 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura MDX 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, 2007 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura MDX | 1955 Hudson Metropolitan | |
| Make | Acura | Hudson |
| Model | MDX | Metropolitan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2170 mm |
