1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 2009 Kia Forte
To start off, 2009 Kia Forte is newer by 56 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, 2009 Kia Forte (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Forte 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 302 kg more than 2009 Kia Forte.
Because 1953 Hudson Super Wasp is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Forte, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Forte. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | 2009 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Hudson | Kia |
| Model | Super Wasp | Forte |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 52 L |
