1956 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 1988 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1988 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Isuzu Piazza (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 460 kg more than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1988 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Hudson Metropolitan | 1988 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Hudson | Isuzu |
| Model | Metropolitan | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2510 mm |
