1953 Hudson Super Jet vs. 2010 Honda Fit

To start off, 2010 Honda Fit is newer by 57 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, 2010 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Fit 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 326 kg more than 2010 Honda Fit.

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, 2010 Honda Fit, 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Jet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Fit.

Compare all specifications:

1953 Hudson Super Jet 2010 Honda Fit
Make Hudson Honda
Model Super Jet Fit
Year Released 1953 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3303 cc 1500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 114 HP 117 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 252 Nm 144 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4800 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic 5-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1478 kg 1152 kg
Vehicle Length 4600 mm 4105 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1694 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1524 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2499 mm


 

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