1953 Hudson Super Jet vs. 2012 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i30 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 3,303 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Hudson Super Jet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i30 (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i30 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 167 kg more than 2012 Hyundai i30.
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 Hyundai i30, 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Jet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Hudson Super Jet | 2012 Hyundai i30 | |
Make | Hudson | Hyundai |
Model | Super Jet | i30 |
Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3303 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |