1956 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 1971 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1971 Opel Rekord is newer by 15 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 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Opel Rekord (59 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Opel Rekord weights approximately 290 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.
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, 1971 Opel Rekord (120 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Hudson Metropolitan | 1971 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Hudson | Opel |
| Model | Metropolitan | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2680 mm |
