1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 2003 Lada 2123
To start off, 2003 Lada 2123 is newer by 50 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 17 more horse power than 2003 Lada 2123. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp weights approximately 219 kg more than 2003 Lada 2123. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Lada 2123 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, 2003 Lada 2123 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada 2123. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | 2003 Lada 2123 | |
| Make | Hudson | Lada |
| Model | Super Wasp | 2123 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2460 mm |
