1956 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (249 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1545 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Patrol (420 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol 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 Patrol | |
| Make | Hudson | Nissan |
| Model | Metropolitan | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 4759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 2355 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2960 mm |
