1953 Hudson Super Wasp vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S 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 Scion FR-S (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S 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 348 kg more than 2013 Scion FR-S.
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, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp (349 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Hudson Super Wasp | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
Make | Hudson | Scion |
Model | Super Wasp | FR-S |
Year Released | 1953 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 349 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1251 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4235 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2570 mm |