1953 Hudson Super Jet vs. 2012 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2012 Honda Pilot is newer by 59 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Pilot weights approximately 497 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 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, 2012 Honda Pilot, 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, 2012 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. (252 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Pilot 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 | 2012 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Hudson | Honda |
Model | Super Jet | Pilot |
Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3303 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4862 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2774 mm |