1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 57 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 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 50 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (349 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Hudson | Chevrolet |
| Model | Super Wasp | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 129 L |
