1961 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 1996 Renault 19
To start off, 1996 Renault 19 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault 19 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault 19 weights approximately 326 kg more than 1961 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, 1996 Renault 19 (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. (101 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1996 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Hudson Metropolitan | 1996 Renault 19 | |
Make | Hudson | Renault |
Model | Metropolitan | 19 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 819 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2550 mm |