1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Magna 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 Magna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Magna 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 225 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Magna.
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 Mitsubishi Magna, 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Magna. (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Magna. 1996 Mitsubishi Magna has automatic transmission and 1953 Hudson Super Wasp has manual transmission. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mitsubishi Magna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | 1996 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Hudson | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Super Wasp | Magna |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2730 mm |
