1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 1988 Renault 5
To start off, 1988 Renault 5 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 45 more horse power than 1988 Renault 5. (95 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 5.
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 Renault 5, 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 5. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | 1988 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Hudson | Renault |
| Model | Super Wasp | 5 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
