1953 Hudson Super Jet vs. 1976 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1976 Lancia Beta is newer by 23 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, 1976 Lancia Beta (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Hudson Super Jet weights approximately 313 kg more than 1976 Lancia Beta.
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, 1976 Lancia Beta, 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Beta. (177 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Jet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Beta. 1953 Hudson Super Jet has automatic transmission and 1976 Lancia Beta has manual transmission. 1976 Lancia Beta 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 | 1976 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Hudson | Lancia |
Model | Super Jet | Beta |
Year Released | 1953 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3303 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 120.7 mm | 90 mm |
Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2480 mm |