1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger 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 Dodge Charger (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Charger weights approximately 214 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Dodge Charger (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (349 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. 2012 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1953 Hudson Super Wasp has manual transmission. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Hudson | Dodge |
| Model | Super Wasp | Charger |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |
