1959 Austin 7 vs. 1953 Hudson Super Jet
To start off, 1959 Austin 7 is newer by 6 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 81 more horse power than 1959 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Hudson Super Jet should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Hudson Super Jet weights approximately 868 kg more than 1959 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin 7 | 1953 Hudson Super Jet | |
| Make | Austin | Hudson |
| Model | 7 | Super Jet |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 3303 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 120.7 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2670 mm |
