1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 1974 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1974 Triumph TR6 is newer by 21 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 39 more horse power than 1974 Triumph TR6. (101 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp weights approximately 514 kg more than 1974 Triumph TR6. 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph TR6. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph TR6. 1974 Triumph TR6 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. 1974 Triumph TR6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | 1974 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Hudson | Triumph |
| Model | Super Wasp | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
