1957 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2004 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2004 Kia Sportage is newer by 47 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sportage (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan.
Because 2004 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Hudson Metropolitan | 2004 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Hudson | Kia |
Model | Metropolitan | Sportage |
Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2640 mm |