1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 1961 Renault 4
To start off, 1961 Renault 4 is newer by 8 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 113 more horse power than 1961 Renault 4. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp should accelerate faster than 1961 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp weights approximately 1059 kg more than 1961 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Hudson Super Wasp 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 Wasp. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Renault 4, 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 Wasp (349 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Renault 4. (51 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | 1961 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Hudson | Renault |
| Model | Super Wasp | 4 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 34 L |
