1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 1999 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 46 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 63 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp weights approximately 609 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1999 Suzuki Vitara 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 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | 1999 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Hudson | Suzuki |
| Model | Super Wasp | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 42 L |
