1960 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 45 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 2,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1182 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Hudson Metropolitan | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Hudson | Kia |
Model | Metropolitan | Sorento |
Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1487 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 818 kg | 2000 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2720 mm |