1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 2006 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2006 Nissan Frontier is newer by 53 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, 2006 Nissan Frontier (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Frontier 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 69 kg more than 2006 Nissan Frontier.
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, 2006 Nissan Frontier, 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, 2006 Nissan Frontier (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (349 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Frontier 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 | 2006 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Hudson | Nissan |
| Model | Super Wasp | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
