1995 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1957 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 38 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 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Tracker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Tracker (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 410 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.
Because 1995 Chevrolet Tracker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Tracker will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Chevrolet Tracker (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Tracker | 1957 Hudson Metropolitan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hudson |
| Model | Tracker | Metropolitan |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2170 mm |
