1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 2000 Toyota Opa
To start off, 2000 Toyota Opa 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 Toyota Opa (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Opa 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 329 kg more than 2000 Toyota Opa.
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, 2000 Toyota Opa, 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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Opa. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Opa.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Hudson Super Wasp | 2000 Toyota Opa | |
Make | Hudson | Toyota |
Model | Super Wasp | Opa |
Year Released | 1953 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 349 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |