1960 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 1989 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 272 kg more than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado, 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, 1989 Volkswagen Corrado (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1989 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Hudson Metropolitan | 1989 Volkswagen Corrado | |
Make | Hudson | Volkswagen |
Model | Metropolitan | Corrado |
Year Released | 1960 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1487 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 818 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2480 mm |