1985 Alpine V6 vs. 1954 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 1985 Alpine V6 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 2,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alpine V6 (158 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alpine V6 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1954 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, 1985 Alpine V6 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Alpine V6 | 1954 Hudson Metropolitan | |
Make | Alpine | Hudson |
Model | V6 | Metropolitan |
Year Released | 1985 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2848 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2170 mm |