2007 Acura TL vs. 1955 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 2007 Acura TL 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura TL weights approximately 640 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.
Because 1955 Hudson Metropolitan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TL | 1955 Hudson Metropolitan | |
| Make | Acura | Hudson |
| Model | TL | Metropolitan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2170 mm |
