1959 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2005 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2005 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 46 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Isuzu Trooper (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 1160 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.
Because 2005 Isuzu Trooper 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, 2005 Isuzu Trooper 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, 2005 Isuzu Trooper (326 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2005 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Hudson Metropolitan | 2005 Isuzu Trooper | |
Make | Hudson | Isuzu |
Model | Metropolitan | Trooper |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2340 mm |