1953 Hudson Super Jet vs. 2009 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2009 Kia Cerato is newer by 56 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 3 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cerato. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Hudson Super Jet should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Hudson Super Jet weights approximately 104 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cerato. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Jet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Hudson Super Jet | 2009 Kia Cerato | |
Make | Hudson | Kia |
Model | Super Jet | Cerato |
Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3303 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1374 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 |