1955 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 58 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 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, 2013 Audi A6 (441 Nm) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Hudson Metropolitan | 2013 Audi A6 | |
Make | Hudson | Audi |
Model | Metropolitan | A6 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 76 Nm | 441 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4925 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2086 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2912 mm |