1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 59 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, 2012 Audi TT (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT 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 99 kg more than 2012 Audi TT.
Because 2012 Audi TT 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, 2012 Audi TT 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, 2012 Audi TT (465 Nm @ 1650 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (349 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT 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 | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | Hudson | Audi |
| Model | Super Wasp | TT |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1650 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1349 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
