1961 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana is newer by 50 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Savana (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 1942 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.
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, 2011 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 610 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. (101 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Hudson Metropolitan. 2011 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1961 Hudson Metropolitan has manual transmission. 1961 Hudson Metropolitan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Hudson Metropolitan | 2011 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Hudson | GMC |
| Model | Metropolitan | Savana |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 819 kg | 2761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3429 mm |
