1956 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2000 Saturn SC
To start off, 2000 Saturn SC is newer by 44 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 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Saturn SC (122 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Saturn SC weights approximately 250 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 1956 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 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Saturn SC, 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, 2000 Saturn SC (165 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2000 Saturn SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Hudson Metropolitan | 2000 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Hudson | Saturn |
| Model | Metropolitan | SC |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2610 mm |
