2006 GMC Envoy vs. 1957 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1615 kg more than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy 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, 2006 GMC Envoy (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 1957 Hudson Metropolitan | |
| Make | GMC | Hudson |
| Model | Envoy | Metropolitan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2170 mm |
