1959 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 1985 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Hudson Metropolitan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Hudson Metropolitan (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Hudson Metropolitan should accelerate faster than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan.
Because 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 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, 1959 Hudson Metropolitan (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Hudson Metropolitan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Hudson Metropolitan | 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
Make | Hudson | Suzuki |
Model | Metropolitan | SJ 410 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2040 mm |