1970 Holden Torana vs. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp
To start off, 1970 Holden Torana is newer by 17 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, 1970 Holden Torana (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Holden Torana 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 573 kg more than 1970 Holden Torana.
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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Holden Torana. (255 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Torana | 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | |
| Make | Holden | Hudson |
| Model | Torana | Super Wasp |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3034 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1599 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3030 mm |
