1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo
To start off, 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo is newer by 15 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 111 more horse power than 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp should accelerate faster than 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp weights approximately 919 kg more than 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo. 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 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | 1968 Moretti Spider Turismo | |
| Make | Hudson | Moretti |
| Model | Super Wasp | Spider Turismo |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 30 L |
