1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 1993 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1993 Subaru Legacy 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 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 26 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp weights approximately 349 kg more than 1993 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Legacy. (164 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | 1993 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Hudson | Subaru |
| Model | Super Wasp | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2590 mm |
