1959 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1963 Wartburg 311 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Hudson Metropolitan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Wartburg 311 (49 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Wartburg 311 should accelerate faster than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Wartburg 311, 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, 1959 Hudson Metropolitan (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Hudson Metropolitan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Hudson Metropolitan | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Hudson | Wartburg |
Model | Metropolitan | 311 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 100 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2460 mm |