2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1959 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 46 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 8,128 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (320 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 2164 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.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (597 Nm) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1959 Hudson Metropolitan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hudson |
| Model | Avalanche | Metropolitan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8128 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2984 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2170 mm |
