1953 Hudson Super Jet vs. 1981 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1981 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 28 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, 1981 Reliant Scimitar (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Reliant Scimitar 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 213 kg more than 1981 Reliant Scimitar.
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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Reliant Scimitar. (207 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Jet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Hudson Super Jet | 1981 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Hudson | Reliant |
| Model | Super Jet | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3303 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 120.7 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |
