1955 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2005 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Jimny 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Jimny (76 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 225 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 2005 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. 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 Suzuki Jimny (104 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Hudson Metropolitan | 2005 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Hudson | Suzuki |
| Model | Metropolitan | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2210 mm |
