1956 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2010 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2010 Nissan 370Z is newer by 54 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan 370Z (350 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 687 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Nissan 370Z (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Hudson Metropolitan | 2010 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Hudson | Nissan |
Model | Metropolitan | 370Z |
Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 76 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1316 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2550 mm |