1955 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 1970 Opel GT
To start off, 1970 Opel GT is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 1,900 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel GT (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel GT should accelerate faster than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan.
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, 1970 Opel GT (157 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Opel GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Hudson Metropolitan | 1970 Opel GT | |
Make | Hudson | Opel |
Model | Metropolitan | GT |
Year Released | 1955 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 76 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2440 mm |