1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1956 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 1972 AMC Ambassador is newer by 16 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 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Ambassador (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 847 kg more than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1972 AMC Ambassador (403 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 1956 Hudson Metropolitan | |
| Make | AMC | Hudson |
| Model | Ambassador | Metropolitan |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1657 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2170 mm |
