1953 Hudson Super Jet vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 132 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, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. (252 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Hudson Super Jet.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Hudson Super Jet | 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Hudson | Oldsmobile |
Model | Super Jet | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1953 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3303 cc | 5735 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 120.7 mm | 85.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2960 mm |