1953 Hudson Super Jet vs. 2011 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 58 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, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 598 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 2011 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2011 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2011 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. (252 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Hudson Super Jet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Hudson Super Jet | 2011 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Hudson | Land Rover |
| Model | Super Jet | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3303 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 120.7 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
