2000 Ford Laser vs. 1953 Hudson Super Jet
To start off, 2000 Ford Laser is newer by 47 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 9 more horse power than 2000 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Hudson Super Jet should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Hudson Super Jet weights approximately 363 kg more than 2000 Ford Laser. 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, 2000 Ford Laser, 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Jet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Laser. 1953 Hudson Super Jet has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Laser has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Laser 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:
| 2000 Ford Laser | 1953 Hudson Super Jet | |
| Make | Ford | Hudson |
| Model | Laser | Super Jet |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3303 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 120.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
