1960 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 1980 Renault 15 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Hudson Metropolitan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault 15 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault 15 weights approximately 147 kg more than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Hudson Metropolitan (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Hudson Metropolitan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Hudson Metropolitan | 1980 Renault 15 | |
Make | Hudson | Renault |
Model | Metropolitan | 15 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 818 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2440 mm |