1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 1996 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 1996 Nissan Terrano 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, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Terrano. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 251 kg more than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp.
Because 1996 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Terrano will offer significantly more control. 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Terrano. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | 1996 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Hudson | Nissan |
| Model | Super Wasp | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |
