1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 1996 Hyundai Marcia
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Marcia is newer by 43 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, 1996 Hyundai Marcia (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Marcia 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 249 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Marcia.
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, 1996 Hyundai Marcia, 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Marcia. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Marcia.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Hudson Super Wasp | 1996 Hyundai Marcia | |
Make | Hudson | Hyundai |
Model | Super Wasp | Marcia |
Year Released | 1953 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 349 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |