1956 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 1995 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1995 Toyota Bandeirante 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 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 970 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.
Because 1995 Toyota Bandeirante 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 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 1995 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Hudson Metropolitan | 1995 Toyota Bandeirante | |
Make | Hudson | Toyota |
Model | Metropolitan | Bandeirante |
Year Released | 1956 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3661 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2290 mm |