1951 Hudson Hornet vs. 1979 Mazda 323
To start off, 1979 Mazda 323 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Hudson Hornet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Hudson Hornet would be higher. At 4,810 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Hudson Hornet is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Hudson Hornet weights approximately 990 kg more than 1979 Mazda 323.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Hudson Hornet | 1979 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Hudson | Mazda |
Model | Hornet | 323 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4810 cc | 985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2320 mm |