1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 1992 Infiniti J30
To start off, 1992 Infiniti J30 is newer by 39 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, 1992 Infiniti J30 (210 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Infiniti J30 should accelerate faster than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Infiniti J30 weights approximately 2 kg more than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Infiniti J30. (261 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Infiniti J30. 1992 Infiniti J30 has automatic transmission and 1953 Hudson Super Wasp has manual transmission. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Infiniti J30 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | 1992 Infiniti J30 | |
| Make | Hudson | Infiniti |
| Model | Super Wasp | J30 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1601 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |
