1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 60 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2013 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (349 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette 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 | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Hudson | Chevrolet |
Model | Super Wasp | Corvette |
Year Released | 1953 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 424 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 349 Nm | 575 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1244 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |