1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 2008 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass 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 4,293 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 2 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Compass. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Compass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 11 kg more than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp.
Because 2008 Jeep Compass 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, 2008 Jeep Compass 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Compass. (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | 2008 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Hudson | Jeep |
| Model | Super Wasp | Compass |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 51 L |
