1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 1977 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1977 Mazda Chante is newer by 24 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 110 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp weights approximately 1109 kg more than 1977 Mazda Chante. 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 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | 1977 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Hudson | Mazda |
| Model | Super Wasp | Chante |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2210 mm |
