1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 1953 Humber Super Snipe
To start off, both 1953 Hudson Super Wasp and 1953 Humber Super Snipe were released in the same year (1953). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1953 Humber Super Snipe. (114 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp should accelerate faster than 1953 Humber Super Snipe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Humber Super Snipe weights approximately 291 kg more than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Hudson Super Wasp | 1953 Humber Super Snipe | |
Make | Hudson | Humber |
Model | Super Wasp | Super Snipe |
Year Released | 1953 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4138 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |