1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 2011 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Musso is newer by 58 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, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Musso. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 402 kg more than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp.
Because 2011 SsangYong Musso 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, 2011 SsangYong Musso 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Musso. (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | 2011 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Hudson | SsangYong |
| Model | Super Wasp | Musso |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
