1953 Hudson Super Jet vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 is newer by 52 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, 2005 Peugeot 307 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 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 201 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 307.
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, 2005 Peugeot 307, 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 307. (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Jet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Hudson Super Jet | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Hudson | Peugeot |
| Model | Super Jet | 307 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3303 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 120.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1277 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
