1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 2010 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2010 Renault Laguna 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Hudson Super Wasp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Laguna (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp.
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, 2010 Renault Laguna, 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | 2010 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Hudson | Renault |
| Model | Super Wasp | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
