1953 Hudson Super Jet vs. 2009 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Solstice 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, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Solstice 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 149 kg more than 2009 Pontiac Solstice.
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, 1953 Hudson Super Jet (252 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Jet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. 1953 Hudson Super Jet has automatic transmission and 2009 Pontiac Solstice has manual transmission. 2009 Pontiac Solstice 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 | 2009 Pontiac Solstice | |
Make | Hudson | Pontiac |
Model | Super Jet | Solstice |
Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3303 cc | 2383 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2420 mm |