1960 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis is newer by 46 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 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis should accelerate faster than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis weights approximately 802 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis, 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis has automatic transmission and 1960 Hudson Metropolitan has manual transmission. 1960 Hudson Metropolitan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Hudson Metropolitan | 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis | |
| Make | Hudson | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Metropolitan | Grandis |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 2378 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 818 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2840 mm |
