2009 Honda Civic vs. 1953 Hudson Super Jet
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 56 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, 2009 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Jet. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic 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 349 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic.
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, 2009 Honda Civic, 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Jet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 1953 Hudson Super Jet | |
| Make | Honda | Hudson |
| Model | Civic | Super Jet |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3303 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 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 | 1129 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
