1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 2005 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 52 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, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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 70 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
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, 2005 Hyundai Tucson, 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) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (250 Nm). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | 2005 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Hudson | Hyundai |
| Model | Super Wasp | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1529 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
