1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 2003 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2003 Nissan Terrano II 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 24 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 27 kg more than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp.
Because 2003 Nissan Terrano II 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 Nissan Terrano II 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | 2003 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Hudson | Nissan |
| Model | Super Wasp | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |
