1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 1967 Volvo 120
To start off, 1967 Volvo 120 is newer by 14 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) has 73 more horse power than 1967 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp should accelerate faster than 1967 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp weights approximately 585 kg more than 1967 Volvo 120. 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 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | 1967 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Hudson | Volvo |
| Model | Super Wasp | 120 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
