1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 1993 Lamborghini Diablo

To start off, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 40 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 5,705 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo (492 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 1 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, 1993 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (349 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp.

Compare all specifications:

1953 Hudson Super Wasp 1993 Lamborghini Diablo
Make Hudson Lamborghini
Model Super Wasp Diablo
Year Released 1953 1993
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 4293 cc 5705 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 140 HP 492 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 349 Nm 580 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 5200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90.5 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 111.1 mm 80 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 7.0:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1599 kg 1600 kg
Vehicle Length 5160 mm 4470 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 2050 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1110 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 100 L


 

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