1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 2001 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2001 TVR Tuscan is newer by 48 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, 2001 TVR Tuscan (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Tuscan 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 424 kg more than 2001 TVR Tuscan.
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, 2001 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (349 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Hudson Super Wasp | 2001 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Hudson | TVR |
Model | Super Wasp | Tuscan |
Year Released | 1953 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 349 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |