1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 2004 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 51 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 1 more horse power than 2004 Honda Accord. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 46 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, 2004 Honda Accord, 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Accord. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Accord. 2004 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1953 Hudson Super Wasp has manual transmission. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | 2004 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Hudson | Honda |
| Model | Super Wasp | Accord |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
