2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1956 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 48 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 3,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 906 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (305 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 1956 Hudson Metropolitan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hudson |
| Model | Colorado | Metropolitan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2170 mm |
