1958 Austin A 35 vs. 1953 Hudson Super Jet
To start off, 1958 Austin A 35 is newer by 5 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 80 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Hudson Super Jet should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Hudson Super Jet weights approximately 788 kg more than 1958 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Hudson Super Jet (252 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Jet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 35 | 1953 Hudson Super Jet | |
| Make | Austin | Hudson |
| Model | A 35 | Super Jet |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 3303 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 120.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2670 mm |
