1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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 22 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 252 kg more than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp.
Because 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | 2008 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Hudson | SsangYong |
| Model | Super Wasp | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2872 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
