2004 GAZ 3110 vs. 1959 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 2004 GAZ 3110 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GAZ 3110 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1959 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 GAZ 3110 (189 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2004 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
2004 GAZ 3110 | 1959 Hudson Metropolitan | |
Make | GAZ | Hudson |
Model | 3110 | Metropolitan |
Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2170 mm |