1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 2002 Mazda MPV

To start off, 2002 Mazda MPV is newer by 49 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 2 more horse power than 2002 Mazda MPV. (138 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda MPV weights approximately 186 kg more than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp.

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, 2002 Mazda MPV, 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda MPV. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda MPV.

Compare all specifications:

1953 Hudson Super Wasp 2002 Mazda MPV
Make Hudson Mazda
Model Super Wasp MPV
Year Released 1953 2002
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 138 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 349 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90.5 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 111.1 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 7.0:1 18.0:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Vehicle Weight 1599 kg 1785 kg
Vehicle Length 5160 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 80 L