2007 Ford Mondeo vs. 1953 Hudson Super Jet
To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo is newer by 54 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, 2007 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mondeo 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 20 kg more than 2007 Ford Mondeo.
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, 2007 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2007 Ford Mondeo (285 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. (252 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Hudson Super Jet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Mondeo | 1953 Hudson Super Jet | |
| Make | Ford | Hudson |
| Model | Mondeo | Super Jet |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3303 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 120.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
