1970 Honda N III vs. 1954 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 1970 Honda N III is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Hudson Metropolitan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Hudson Metropolitan (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Hudson Metropolitan should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Hudson Metropolitan weights approximately 315 kg more than 1970 Honda N III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Honda N III, 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, 1954 Hudson Metropolitan (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1954 Hudson Metropolitan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Honda N III | 1954 Hudson Metropolitan | |
Make | Honda | Hudson |
Model | N III | Metropolitan |
Year Released | 1970 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2170 mm |