1956 Citroen ID 19 vs. 1956 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, both 1956 Citroen ID 19 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 ID 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Citroen ID 19 (66 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Citroen ID 19 should accelerate faster than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen ID 19 weights approximately 424 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 ID 19, 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 ID 19 (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen ID 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen ID 19 | 1956 Hudson Metropolitan | |
Make | Citroen | Hudson |
Model | ID 19 | 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 |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 41 HP |
Torque | 133 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2170 mm |