2007 Honda Element vs. 1954 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 53 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 1180 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.
Because 2007 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element 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 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Element | 1954 Hudson Metropolitan | |
Make | Honda | Hudson |
Model | Element | Metropolitan |
Year Released | 2007 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2170 mm |