1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 2008 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2008 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 55 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ascari KZ1 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 249 kg more than 2008 Ascari KZ1.
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, 2008 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (349 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Ascari KZ1 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 | 2008 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Hudson | Ascari |
| Model | Super Wasp | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2636 mm |
