1966 Citroen DS vs. 1959 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 1966 Citroen DS is newer by 7 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 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Citroen DS (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Citroen DS weights approximately 566 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, 1966 Citroen DS, 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, 1966 Citroen DS (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1966 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Citroen DS | 1959 Hudson Metropolitan | |
| Make | Citroen | Hudson |
| Model | DS | Metropolitan |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2170 mm |
