2005 Audi S4 vs. 1956 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 49 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 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 1020 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1956 Hudson Metropolitan | |
| Make | Audi | Hudson |
| Model | S4 | Metropolitan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2170 mm |
