1956 AC Aceca vs. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp
To start off, 1956 AC Aceca is newer by 3 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, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1956 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp weights approximately 705 kg more than 1956 AC Aceca. 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, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp (349 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Aceca. (168 Nm). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Aceca | 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | |
| Make | AC | Hudson |
| Model | Aceca | Super Wasp |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1599 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |
