1953 Hudson Super Jet vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 51 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 3,931 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang 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 91 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang.
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, 2004 Ford Mustang (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. (252 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang 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 | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Hudson | Ford |
Model | Super Jet | Mustang |
Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3303 cc | 3931 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 100.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 120.7 mm | 84.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1387 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |