1957 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 1975 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1975 Opel Kadett is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Hudson Metropolitan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 47 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Opel Kadett weights approximately 15 kg more than 1957 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 Hudson Metropolitan (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1957 Hudson Metropolitan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Hudson Metropolitan | 1975 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Hudson | Opel |
Model | Metropolitan | Kadett |
Year Released | 1957 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2520 mm |