1956 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2008 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2008 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 52 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Vel Satis (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 1000 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, 2008 Renault Vel Satis, 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, 2008 Renault Vel Satis (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Hudson Metropolitan | 2008 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Hudson | Renault |
| Model | Metropolitan | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2850 mm |
