1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 1950 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Hudson Super Wasp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp (140 HP) has 96 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp weights approximately 675 kg more than 1950 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Wasp (349 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | 1950 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Hudson | Peugeot |
| Model | Super Wasp | 203 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
