1953 Hudson Super Jet vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 54 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, 2007 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 192 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 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Jet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Hudson Super Jet | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Hudson | Kia |
Model | Super Jet | Sportage |
Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3303 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |