1956 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 1968 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1968 Steyr 650T is newer by 12 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 21 more horse power than 1968 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Hudson Metropolitan should accelerate faster than 1968 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Hudson Metropolitan weights approximately 310 kg more than 1968 Steyr 650T. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1956 Hudson Metropolitan (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1956 Hudson Metropolitan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Hudson Metropolitan | 1968 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Hudson | Steyr |
| Model | Metropolitan | 650T |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 1850 mm |
