1954 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 1983 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1983 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 29 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 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Hudson Metropolitan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Hudson Metropolitan (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1983 Suzuki Fronte. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Hudson Metropolitan should accelerate faster than 1983 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Hudson Metropolitan weights approximately 255 kg more than 1983 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Suzuki Fronte, 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, 1954 Hudson Metropolitan (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Suzuki Fronte. (41 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Hudson Metropolitan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Hudson Metropolitan | 1983 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Hudson | Suzuki |
| Model | Metropolitan | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2160 mm |
