1992 Daihatsu Opti vs. 1953 Hudson Super Jet
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Opti is newer by 39 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 71 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Hudson Super Jet should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Hudson Super Jet weights approximately 738 kg more than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Hudson Super Jet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Hudson Super Jet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Opti, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (56 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Jet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Daihatsu Opti | 1953 Hudson Super Jet | |
Make | Daihatsu | Hudson |
Model | Opti | Super Jet |
Year Released | 1992 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 3303 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 56 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 120.7 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |