1982 Avanti Avanti vs. 1957 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 1982 Avanti Avanti is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Avanti Avanti (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 720 kg more than 1957 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, 1982 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1982 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Avanti Avanti | 1957 Hudson Metropolitan | |
Make | Avanti | Hudson |
Model | Avanti | Metropolitan |
Year Released | 1982 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2170 mm |