1953 Hudson Super Jet vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 60 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, 2013 Kia Sorento (188 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sorento weights approximately 161 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, 2013 Kia Sorento, 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sorento. (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Jet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Hudson Super Jet | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Hudson | Kia |
Model | Super Jet | Sorento |
Year Released | 1953 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3303 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 120.7 mm | 97 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1639 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1735 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |