1966 Ford Mustang vs. 1953 Hudson Super Jet
To start off, 1966 Ford Mustang is newer by 13 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 6,385 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Mustang (320 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Mustang 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 299 kg more than 1966 Ford Mustang.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Mustang. (85 Nm). This means 1953 Hudson Super Jet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Mustang | 1953 Hudson Super Jet | |
| Make | Ford | Hudson |
| Model | Mustang | Super Jet |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6385 cc | 3303 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.9 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 120.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
