1957 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sorento (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan.
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, 2012 Kia Sorento, 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, 2012 Kia Sorento (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Hudson Metropolitan | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Hudson | Kia |
Model | Metropolitan | Sorento |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1709 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2700 mm |