1953 Hudson Super Jet vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 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 Mazda 5 (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 5 weights approximately 72 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 Mazda 5, 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 5. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Jet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Hudson Super Jet | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Hudson | Mazda |
| Model | Super Jet | 5 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3303 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2751 mm |
