1953 Hudson Super Jet vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1984 Talbot Samba is newer by 31 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 70 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Hudson Super Jet should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Hudson Super Jet weights approximately 734 kg more than 1984 Talbot Samba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Hudson Super Jet (252 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Jet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Hudson Super Jet | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Hudson | Talbot |
| Model | Super Jet | Samba |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3303 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 120.7 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2350 mm |
