1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 1968 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1968 Renault Dauphine 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 102 more horse power than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp weights approximately 967 kg more than 1968 Renault Dauphine. 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 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Hudson Super Wasp | 1968 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Hudson | Renault |
Model | Super Wasp | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1953 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 349 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 38 L |