1956 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2005 Mazda Carol
To start off, 2005 Mazda Carol is newer by 49 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 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Hudson Metropolitan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Carol (45 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Carol should accelerate faster than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Hudson Metropolitan weights approximately 180 kg more than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Because 2005 Mazda Carol 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, 2005 Mazda Carol 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 (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Hudson Metropolitan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Hudson Metropolitan | 2005 Mazda Carol | |
| Make | Hudson | Mazda |
| Model | Metropolitan | Carol |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2370 mm |
