1986 Audi 100 vs. 1956 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 1986 Audi 100 is newer by 30 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 100 weights approximately 290 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.
Because 1956 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 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Audi 100, 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, 1986 Audi 100 (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 1956 Hudson Metropolitan | |
| Make | Audi | Hudson |
| Model | 100 | Metropolitan |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2170 mm |
