1956 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2001 Renault Clio
To start off, 2001 Renault Clio is newer by 45 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Clio (230 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Clio weights approximately 880 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Renault Clio (105 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm). This means 2001 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Hudson Metropolitan | 2001 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Hudson | Renault |
| Model | Metropolitan | Clio |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2750 mm |
