2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1959 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 47 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 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (506 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 459 more horse power than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 631 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 537 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1959 Hudson Metropolitan | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hudson |
Model | Corvette | Metropolitan |
Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6998 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 506 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2170 mm |