1956 Citroen DS vs. 1956 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, both 1956 Citroen DS and 1956 Hudson Metropolitan were released in the same year (1956). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Citroen DS (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 510 kg more than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Hudson Metropolitan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1956 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm). This means 1956 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 1956 Hudson Metropolitan | |
Make | Citroen | Hudson |
Model | DS | Metropolitan |
Year Released | 1956 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 76 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2170 mm |