1953 Hudson Super Jet vs. 2006 Morgan Plus 8
To start off, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Plus 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 (187 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 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 368 kg more than 2006 Morgan Plus 8.
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, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. (252 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan Plus 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. 1953 Hudson Super Jet has automatic transmission and 2006 Morgan Plus 8 has manual transmission. 2006 Morgan Plus 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1953 Hudson Super Jet will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Hudson Super Jet | 2006 Morgan Plus 8 | |
| Make | Hudson | Morgan |
| Model | Super Jet | Plus 8 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3303 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 120.7 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |
