1955 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2005 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest is newer by 50 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 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1010 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.
Because 1955 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 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest, 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, 2005 Nissan Quest (334 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Hudson Metropolitan | 2005 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Hudson | Nissan |
Model | Metropolitan | Quest |
Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 76 Nm | 334 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3160 mm |