1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 1998 Acura EL
To start off, 1998 Acura EL is newer by 45 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 13 more horse power than 1998 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp should accelerate faster than 1998 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp weights approximately 520 kg more than 1998 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Acura EL, 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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | 1998 Acura EL | |
| Make | Hudson | Acura |
| Model | Super Wasp | EL |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2619 mm |
