1956 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 53 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan.
Because 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Subaru Impreza (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Hudson | Subaru |
| Model | Metropolitan | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
