1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo 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, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp weights approximately 714 kg more than 2006 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp (349 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo. 2006 Smart ForTwo has automatic transmission and 1953 Hudson Super Wasp has manual transmission. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Smart ForTwo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Hudson | Smart |
| Model | Super Wasp | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 33 L |
