1959 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp
To start off, 1959 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 6 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 78 more horse power than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp weights approximately 309 kg more than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Fiat Campagnola will offer significantly more control. 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 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat Campagnola. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat Campagnola | 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | |
| Make | Fiat | Hudson |
| Model | Campagnola | Super Wasp |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1599 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 75 L |
