1959 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Hudson Metropolitan | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
Make | Hudson | Kia |
Model | Metropolitan | Rondo |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2710 mm |