1956 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 1973 Subaru R-2
To start off, 1973 Subaru R-2 is newer by 17 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 14 more horse power than 1973 Subaru R-2. (27 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Hudson Metropolitan should accelerate faster than 1973 Subaru R-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Hudson Metropolitan weights approximately 350 kg more than 1973 Subaru R-2. 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 1973 Subaru R-2. (40 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1956 Hudson Metropolitan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Subaru R-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Hudson Metropolitan | 1973 Subaru R-2 | |
| Make | Hudson | Subaru |
| Model | Metropolitan | R-2 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 1930 mm |
