1957 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 56 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1739 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, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Hudson Metropolitan | 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Hudson | Chevrolet |
Model | Metropolitan | Avalanche |
Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 5328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2559 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5621 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1946 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3302 mm |