1954 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 1995 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1995 Nissan Sunny is newer by 41 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Sunny (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 190 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 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, 1995 Nissan Sunny, 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, 1995 Nissan Sunny (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Hudson Metropolitan | 1995 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Hudson | Nissan |
Model | Metropolitan | Sunny |
Year Released | 1954 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 76 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2540 mm |