1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 2010 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 416 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 2010 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, 2010 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, 2010 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (349 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | 2010 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Hudson | SsangYong |
| Model | Super Wasp | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 78 L |
