1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 2005 MG XPower
To start off, 2005 MG XPower 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 MG XPower is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MG XPower (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG XPower 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 59 kg more than 2005 MG XPower.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 MG XPower (410 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (349 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 MG XPower 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 MG XPower | |
| Make | Hudson | MG |
| Model | Super Wasp | XPower |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2680 mm |
