1953 Hudson Super Jet vs. 1971 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1971 Steyr Haflinger is newer by 18 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 87 more horse power than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Hudson Super Jet should accelerate faster than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Hudson Super Jet weights approximately 828 kg more than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Steyr Haflinger 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, 1953 Hudson Super Jet (252 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Jet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Steyr Haflinger. 1953 Hudson Super Jet has automatic transmission and 1971 Steyr Haflinger has manual transmission. 1971 Steyr Haflinger 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 | 1971 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Hudson | Steyr |
| Model | Super Jet | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 3303 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 1510 mm |
