1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (353 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (349 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 | 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Hudson | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Super Wasp | Lancer |
| 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 | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
