2009 Honda Pilot vs. 1956 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Pilot | 1956 Hudson Metropolitan | |
Make | Honda | Hudson |
Model | Pilot | Metropolitan |
Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2170 mm |