1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 1997 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1997 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 44 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, 1997 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Plymouth Prowler 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 319 kg more than 1997 Plymouth Prowler.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Plymouth Prowler. (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Plymouth Prowler. 1997 Plymouth Prowler 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. 1997 Plymouth Prowler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | 1997 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Hudson | Plymouth |
| Model | Super Wasp | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 46 L |
