1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 1998 Samsung SM5
To start off, 1998 Samsung SM5 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 18 more horse power than 1998 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp should accelerate faster than 1998 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp weights approximately 279 kg more than 1998 Samsung SM5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Samsung SM5. 1998 Samsung SM5 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. 1998 Samsung SM5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Hudson Super Wasp | 1998 Samsung SM5 | |
Make | Hudson | Samsung |
Model | Super Wasp | SM5 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1838 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 349 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |