2009 Audi A5 vs. 1954 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 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, 2009 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan. (76 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 1954 Hudson Metropolitan | |
| Make | Audi | Hudson |
| Model | A5 | Metropolitan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2170 mm |
