1956 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 1999 Hyundai Galloper
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Galloper is newer by 43 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 2,475 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai Galloper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Hyundai Galloper (87 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Galloper should accelerate faster than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Galloper weights approximately 915 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 1999 Hyundai Galloper 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, 1999 Hyundai Galloper 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, 1999 Hyundai Galloper (196 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Hyundai Galloper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Hudson Metropolitan | 1999 Hyundai Galloper | |
| Make | Hudson | Hyundai |
| Model | Metropolitan | Galloper |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2360 mm |
