1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 2000 Seat Salsa
To start off, 2000 Seat Salsa is newer by 47 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, 2000 Seat Salsa (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa 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 29 kg more than 2000 Seat Salsa.
Because 2000 Seat Salsa 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, 2000 Seat Salsa 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Salsa. (302 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Salsa. 2000 Seat Salsa 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. 2000 Seat Salsa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Hudson Super Wasp | 2000 Seat Salsa | |
Make | Hudson | Seat |
Model | Super Wasp | Salsa |
Year Released | 1953 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 349 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |