1973 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1956 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 1973 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 1973 Chevrolet Corvette (386 Nm) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm). This means 1973 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Corvette | 1956 Hudson Metropolitan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hudson |
| Model | Corvette | Metropolitan |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2170 mm |
