1955 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2007 Nissan Tiida
To start off, 2007 Nissan Tiida is newer by 52 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Tiida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Tiida (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Tiida should accelerate faster than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan.
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, 2007 Nissan Tiida, 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, 2007 Nissan Tiida (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Tiida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Hudson Metropolitan | 2007 Nissan Tiida | |
Make | Hudson | Nissan |
Model | Metropolitan | Tiida |
Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 76 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2610 mm |