1953 Hudson Super Jet vs. 1974 Morris 1800
To start off, 1974 Morris 1800 is newer by 21 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 29 more horse power than 1974 Morris 1800. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Hudson Super Jet should accelerate faster than 1974 Morris 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Hudson Super Jet weights approximately 272 kg more than 1974 Morris 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Hudson Super Jet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Hudson Super Jet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Morris 1800, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Morris 1800. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Jet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Morris 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Hudson Super Jet | 1974 Morris 1800 | |
| Make | Hudson | Morris |
| Model | Super Jet | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3303 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 120.7 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
