1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla 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, 2004 Toyota Corolla (189 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla 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 309 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
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 Toyota Corolla, 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Hudson Super Wasp | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Hudson | Toyota |
Model | Super Wasp | Corolla |
Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 349 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |