1960 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 1999 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1999 Nissan Sunny is newer by 39 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 342 kg more than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Hudson Metropolitan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Sunny, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Nissan Sunny (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Hudson Metropolitan | 1999 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Hudson | Nissan |
Model | Metropolitan | Sunny |
Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 818 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |