2006 Honda CR-V vs. 1957 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (156 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 632 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 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda CR-V | 1957 Hudson Metropolitan | |
| Make | Honda | Hudson |
| Model | CR-V | Metropolitan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2170 mm |
