1960 Hudson Metropolitan vs. 1999 Audi S3
To start off, 1999 Audi S3 is newer by 39 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), 1999 Audi S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S3 (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S3 weights approximately 712 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 1999 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi S3 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 Audi S3 (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Hudson Metropolitan | 1999 Audi S3 | |
| Make | Hudson | Audi |
| Model | Metropolitan | S3 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
| 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 | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 818 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2520 mm |
