1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 2013 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2013 Nissan Quest 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Hudson Super Wasp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Quest (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Quest weights approximately 444 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.
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, 2013 Nissan Quest, 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | 2013 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Hudson | Nissan |
| Model | Super Wasp | Quest |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |
