2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1954 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1284 kg more than 1954 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 Silverado (454 Nm) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1954 Hudson Metropolitan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hudson |
| Model | Silverado | Metropolitan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2170 mm |
