1956 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 1997 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1997 Subaru Impreza is newer by 41 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 334 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.
Because 1997 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Hudson Metropolitan | 1997 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Hudson | Subaru |
Model | Metropolitan | Impreza |
Year Released | 1956 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 76 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1144 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2530 mm |