1956 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 1975 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am is newer by 19 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 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am (220 HP) has 173 more horse power than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am should accelerate faster 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, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am (434 Nm) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm). This means 1975 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Hudson Metropolitan | 1975 Pontiac Trans Am | |
| Make | Hudson | Pontiac |
| Model | Metropolitan | Trans Am |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 6556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 220 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2750 mm |
