1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 2012 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2012 Fiat Croma 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 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Croma 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 659 kg more than 2012 Fiat Croma.
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, 2012 Fiat Croma, 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | 2012 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Hudson | Fiat |
| Model | Super Wasp | Croma |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |
