1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp (349 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento. 2008 Kia Sorento 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. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Hudson | Kia |
| Model | Super Wasp | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
