1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 267 kg more than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Hudson | Mazda |
| Model | Super Wasp | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 92 mm |
| 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 | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
