1953 Hudson Super Jet vs. 1969 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1969 Lancia Flaminia is newer by 16 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, 1969 Lancia Flaminia (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 42 kg more than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lancia Flaminia. (221 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Jet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lancia Flaminia. 1953 Hudson Super Jet has automatic transmission and 1969 Lancia Flaminia has manual transmission. 1969 Lancia Flaminia 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 | 1969 Lancia Flaminia | |
| Make | Hudson | Lancia |
| Model | Super Jet | Flaminia |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3303 cc | 2773 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 120.7 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
