1970 Ford Maverick vs. 1953 Hudson Hornet
To start off, 1970 Ford Maverick is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Hudson Hornet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Hudson Hornet would be higher. At 4,943 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 143 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Hudson Hornet weights approximately 375 kg more than 1970 Ford Maverick.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Maverick | 1953 Hudson Hornet | |
Make | Ford | Hudson |
Model | Maverick | Hornet |
Year Released | 1970 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 4810 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2990 mm |