1960 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 1971 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1971 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Hudson Metropolitan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Hudson Metropolitan (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Hudson Metropolitan should accelerate faster than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Hudson Metropolitan weights approximately 338 kg more than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Hudson Metropolitan (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1960 Hudson Metropolitan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Hudson Metropolitan | 1971 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Hudson | Suzuki |
| Model | Metropolitan | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 818 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2020 mm |
