1962 AC Greyhound vs. 1953 Hudson Super Jet
To start off, 1962 AC Greyhound is newer by 9 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, 1962 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Hudson Super Jet weights approximately 463 kg more than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Hudson Super Jet (252 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1953 Hudson Super Jet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 1953 Hudson Super Jet | |
| Make | AC | Hudson |
| Model | Greyhound | Super Jet |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3303 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
