1953 Hudson Super Jet vs. 2006 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2006 Kia Cerato is newer by 53 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 10 more horse power than 2006 Kia Cerato. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Hudson Super Jet should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Hudson Super Jet weights approximately 225 kg more than 2006 Kia Cerato. 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, 2006 Kia Cerato, 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Cerato. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Jet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Hudson Super Jet | 2006 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Hudson | Kia |
| Model | Super Jet | Cerato |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3303 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 120.7 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1253 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |
