1954 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 1979 Renault 15
To start off, 1979 Renault 15 is newer by 25 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Renault 15 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Renault 15 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Renault 15 (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Hudson Metropolitan | 1979 Renault 15 | |
Make | Hudson | Renault |
Model | Metropolitan | 15 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 76 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2440 mm |