1991 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 1953 Hudson Super Jet
To start off, 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ is newer by 38 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, 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ 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 218 kg more than 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ.
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 @ 1800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Jet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ. 1953 Hudson Super Jet has automatic transmission and 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ has manual transmission. 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1953 Hudson Super Jet will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alfa Romeo SZ | 1953 Hudson Super Jet | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hudson |
| Model | SZ | Super Jet |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 3303 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 120.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
