1957 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 1975 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1975 Reliant SE6 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Reliant SE6 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1957 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, 1975 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1975 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Hudson Metropolitan | 1975 Reliant SE6 | |
Make | Hudson | Reliant |
Model | Metropolitan | SE6 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2650 mm |