1953 Hudson Super Jet vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 1957 Rover P4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Hudson Super Jet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Hudson Super Jet would be higher. At 3,303 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Hudson Super Jet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Hudson Super Jet (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (93 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Hudson Super Jet should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Hudson Super Jet weights approximately 48 kg more than 1957 Rover P4. 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, 1953 Hudson Super Jet (252 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Jet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4. 1953 Hudson Super Jet has automatic transmission and 1957 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1957 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1953 Hudson Super Jet will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Hudson Super Jet | 1957 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Hudson | Rover |
| Model | Super Jet | P4 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3303 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 120.7 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
