1953 Hudson Super Jet vs. 1979 Mazda 121
To start off, 1979 Mazda 121 is newer by 26 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 24 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 121. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Hudson Super Jet should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Hudson Super Jet weights approximately 344 kg more than 1979 Mazda 121. 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 121. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Jet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Hudson Super Jet | 1979 Mazda 121 | |
Make | Hudson | Mazda |
Model | Super Jet | 121 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3303 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 120.7 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |