1957 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1971 Nissan Cherry is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Hudson Metropolitan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Cherry (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Hudson Metropolitan weights approximately 125 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Hudson Metropolitan (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Hudson Metropolitan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Hudson Metropolitan | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Hudson | Nissan |
| Model | Metropolitan | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2340 mm |
