1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 2011 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen T5 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 36 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 671 kg more 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, 2011 Volkswagen T5, 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen T5. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen T5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | 2011 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Hudson | Volkswagen |
| Model | Super Wasp | T5 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
