1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 1985 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1985 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 32 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 5,013 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Pontiac Firebird (190 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp weights approximately 125 kg more than 1985 Pontiac Firebird.
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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Firebird. (325 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | 1985 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Hudson | Pontiac |
| Model | Super Wasp | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 5013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1474 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |
