1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 1994 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado 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 Volkswagen Corrado (188 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado 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 389 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen Corrado.
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, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado, 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen Corrado. (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen Corrado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | 1994 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Hudson | Volkswagen |
| Model | Super Wasp | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2861 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 40 L |
