1956 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Hudson Metropolitan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Hudson Metropolitan (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (30 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Hudson Metropolitan should accelerate faster than 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 12 kg more than 1956 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, 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (77 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Hudson Metropolitan | 1958 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Hudson | Volkswagen |
Model | Metropolitan | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1956 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 76 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 822 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2430 mm |