1956 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 1095 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 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Hudson Metropolitan | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Hudson | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Metropolitan | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2760 mm |
