1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 1994 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1994 TVR Chimaera is newer by 41 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, 1994 TVR Chimaera (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp weights approximately 574 kg more than 1994 TVR Chimaera.
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, 1994 TVR Chimaera (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (349 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Chimaera 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 | 1994 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Hudson | TVR |
| Model | Super Wasp | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 57 L |
