1956 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2000 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2000 Subaru Forester is newer by 44 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Forester weights approximately 576 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 2000 Subaru Forester 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, 2000 Subaru Forester 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, 2000 Subaru Forester (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Hudson Metropolitan | 2000 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Hudson | Subaru |
Model | Metropolitan | Forester |
Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 76 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2530 mm |