1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1972 Mazda Luce is newer by 19 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 70 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp weights approximately 549 kg more than 1972 Mazda Luce. 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 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Hudson Super Wasp | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Hudson | Mazda |
Model | Super Wasp | Luce |
Year Released | 1953 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 349 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |