1957 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1956 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 1 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 5,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan.
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, 1957 Cadillac Eldorado (543 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1957 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Cadillac Eldorado | 1956 Hudson Metropolitan | |
Make | Cadillac | Hudson |
Model | Eldorado | Metropolitan |
Year Released | 1957 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5973 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2170 mm |