2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1955 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 50 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 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 763 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, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1955 Hudson Metropolitan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hudson |
| Model | Colorado | Metropolitan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2170 mm |
