1959 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2010 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2010 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1335 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 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Hudson Metropolitan | 2010 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Hudson | Toyota |
Model | Metropolitan | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1885 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2789 mm |