1956 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 1995 Honda Today
To start off, 1995 Honda Today is newer by 39 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Hudson Metropolitan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 47 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Hudson Metropolitan weights approximately 110 kg more than 1995 Honda Today.
Because 1995 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Today 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, 1956 Hudson Metropolitan (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1956 Hudson Metropolitan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Hudson Metropolitan | 1995 Honda Today | |
Make | Hudson | Honda |
Model | Metropolitan | Today |
Year Released | 1956 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |