1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 144 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 2011 Subaru Impreza. (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Hudson | Subaru |
| Model | Super Wasp | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
