1961 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ is newer by 45 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Hudson Metropolitan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ should accelerate faster than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ weights approximately 159 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 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ 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, 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ 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, 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ (118 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. (101 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Hudson Metropolitan | 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Hudson | Suzuki |
| Model | Metropolitan | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 819 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2370 mm |
