1959 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 45 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1454 kg more than 1959 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, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Hudson Metropolitan | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Hudson | Nissan |
Model | Metropolitan | Armada |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 5556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 522 Nm |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2274 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3140 mm |