1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 1976 Mini Clubman
To start off, 1976 Mini Clubman is newer by 23 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 1976 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp should accelerate faster than 1976 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp weights approximately 919 kg more than 1976 Mini Clubman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Hudson Super Wasp is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Mini Clubman, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | 1976 Mini Clubman | |
| Make | Hudson | Mini |
| Model | Super Wasp | Clubman |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2040 mm |
