1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 (161 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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 285 kg more than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
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 Toyota RAV4, 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Hudson | Toyota |
| Model | Super Wasp | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 56 L |
