1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1985 Subaru Leone 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 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 51 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp weights approximately 489 kg more than 1985 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Subaru Leone will offer significantly more control. 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (137 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Hudson Super Wasp | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Hudson | Subaru |
Model | Super Wasp | Leone |
Year Released | 1953 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 349 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2470 mm |