1956 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1374 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 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Hudson Metropolitan | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Hudson | Nissan |
| Model | Metropolitan | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 2184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2860 mm |
