2003 Cadillac Seville vs. 1953 Hudson Super Jet
To start off, 2003 Cadillac Seville is newer by 50 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 328 kg more than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. 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, 2003 Cadillac Seville, 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, 2003 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. (252 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Hudson Super Jet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac Seville | 1953 Hudson Super Jet | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hudson |
| Model | Seville | Super Jet |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3303 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 120.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
