1959 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2010 Infiniti M
To start off, 2010 Infiniti M is newer by 51 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 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti M weights approximately 899 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 2010 Infiniti M 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, 2010 Infiniti M 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, 2010 Infiniti M (456 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Hudson Metropolitan | 2010 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Hudson | Infiniti |
| Model | Metropolitan | M |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 4493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 456 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2910 mm |
