1960 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 52 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 2020 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.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1960 Hudson Metropolitan has manual transmission. 1960 Hudson Metropolitan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Hudson Metropolitan | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Hudson | Chevrolet |
Model | Metropolitan | Silverado |
Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1487 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 516 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 818 kg | 2838 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 6337 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1965 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 4018 mm |