1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 1973 Chrysler 160
To start off, 1973 Chrysler 160 is newer by 20 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 32 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler 160. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp weights approximately 484 kg more than 1973 Chrysler 160. 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler 160. (163 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler 160. 1973 Chrysler 160 has automatic transmission and 1953 Hudson Super Wasp has manual transmission. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Chrysler 160 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | 1973 Chrysler 160 | |
| Make | Hudson | Chrysler |
| Model | Super Wasp | 160 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 91.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2680 mm |
