1957 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 55 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 729 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Hudson Metropolitan | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Hudson | Chevrolet |
Model | Metropolitan | Silverado |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 458 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 6340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 4010 mm |