1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 1956 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1956 Suzuki Light is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Hudson Super Wasp 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1956 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp should accelerate faster than 1956 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp weights approximately 1059 kg more than 1956 Suzuki Light. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp (349 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Hudson Super Wasp | 1956 Suzuki Light | |
Make | Hudson | Suzuki |
Model | Super Wasp | Light |
Year Released | 1953 | 1956 |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 359 cc |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 349 Nm | 34 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2010 mm |