1996 Buick Riviera vs. 1956 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 1996 Buick Riviera is newer by 40 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Riviera weights approximately 890 kg more than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Hudson Metropolitan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Buick Riviera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Riviera | 1956 Hudson Metropolitan | |
Make | Buick | Hudson |
Model | Riviera | Metropolitan |
Year Released | 1996 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2170 mm |