1956 Citroen 15 vs. 1953 Hudson Super Jet
To start off, 1956 Citroen 15 is newer by 3 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, 1953 Hudson Super Jet (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1956 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Hudson Super Jet should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Hudson Super Jet weights approximately 153 kg more than 1956 Citroen 15. 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, 1956 Citroen 15, 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Jet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen 15. 1953 Hudson Super Jet has automatic transmission and 1956 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1956 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1953 Hudson Super Jet will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen 15 | 1953 Hudson Super Jet | |
| Make | Citroen | Hudson |
| Model | 15 | Super Jet |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 3303 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 120.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2670 mm |
