1957 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2011 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 54 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet HHR (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 611 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.
Because 1957 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 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet HHR, 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, 2011 Chevrolet HHR (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Hudson Metropolitan | 2011 Chevrolet HHR | |
| Make | Hudson | Chevrolet |
| Model | Metropolitan | HHR |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2629 mm |
