1954 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 59 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (266 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA weights approximately 715 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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA, 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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan ALTIMA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Hudson Metropolitan | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
Make | Hudson | Nissan |
Model | Metropolitan | ALTIMA |
Year Released | 1954 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 76 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2776 mm |