1965 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp
To start off, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 12 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, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 269 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp (349 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Hudson |
| Model | Spider | Super Wasp |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1599 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 75 L |
