1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 2005 Nissan Primera

To start off, 2005 Nissan Primera 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, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Primera. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp weights approximately 191 kg more than 2005 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 Nissan Primera, 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Primera. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Primera.

Compare all specifications:

1953 Hudson Super Wasp 2005 Nissan Primera
Make Hudson Nissan
Model Super Wasp Primera
Year Released 1953 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4293 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 140 HP 137 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 349 Nm 192 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 7.0:1 9.9:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1599 kg 1408 kg
Vehicle Length 5160 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 62 L