2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1955 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 874 kg more than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | 1955 Hudson Metropolitan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hudson |
| Model | Blazer | Metropolitan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2170 mm |
