2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1956 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette 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 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 650 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.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1956 Hudson Metropolitan | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hudson |
Model | Corvette | Metropolitan |
Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5968 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2170 mm |