1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 1986 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 1986 Pontiac 1000 is newer by 33 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 76 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp weights approximately 639 kg more than 1986 Pontiac 1000. 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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Hudson Super Wasp | 1986 Pontiac 1000 | |
Make | Hudson | Pontiac |
Model | Super Wasp | 1000 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 349 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2400 mm |