1953 Hudson Super Jet vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, 2005 Renault Megane 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 Renault Megane (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Megane weights approximately 172 kg more than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Renault Megane, 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (192 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Jet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Hudson Super Jet | 2005 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Hudson | Renault |
| Model | Super Jet | Megane |
| 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 | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 120.7 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |
