1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 54 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 1 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp weights approximately 57 kg more than 2007 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Hudson Super Wasp | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Hudson | Kia |
Model | Super Wasp | Sportage |
Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 349 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |