1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 1965 AC Cobra
To start off, 1965 AC Cobra is newer by 12 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 4,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 AC Cobra (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp weights approximately 589 kg more than 1965 AC Cobra.
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, 1965 AC Cobra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (349 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1965 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | 1965 AC Cobra | |
| Make | Hudson | AC |
| Model | Super Wasp | Cobra |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
