1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 35 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 29 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Magna. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp weights approximately 274 kg more than 1988 Mitsubishi Magna. 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, 1988 Mitsubishi Magna, 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Magna. (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | 1988 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Hudson | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Super Wasp | Magna |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2600 mm |
