1955 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 1968 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1968 Isuzu 117 is newer by 13 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Isuzu 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Isuzu 117 (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Isuzu 117 should accelerate faster than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 270 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1968 Isuzu 117 (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Isuzu 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Hudson Metropolitan | 1968 Isuzu 117 | |
Make | Hudson | Isuzu |
Model | Metropolitan | 117 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 76 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2410 mm |