1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 2005 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2005 Land Rover LR3 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (301 HP) has 161 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 862 kg more than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover LR3 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, 2005 Land Rover LR3 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, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (349 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | 2005 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | Hudson | Land Rover |
| Model | Super Wasp | LR3 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 301 HP |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 2461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 86 L |
