2007 GMC Sierra vs. 1959 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 48 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 GMC Sierra (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Sierra | 1959 Hudson Metropolitan | |
| Make | GMC | Hudson |
| Model | Sierra | Metropolitan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2170 mm |
