1956 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 1998 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1998 Opel Corsa is newer by 42 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, 1998 Opel Corsa (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Corsa weights approximately 174 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 1956 Hudson Metropolitan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Opel Corsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Opel Corsa (82 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Hudson Metropolitan | 1998 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Hudson | Opel |
| Model | Metropolitan | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2450 mm |
