1961 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 3,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 1236 kg more than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (372 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. (101 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Hudson Metropolitan | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Hudson | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Metropolitan | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 819 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2510 mm |
