1972 Dodge Challenger vs. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp
To start off, 1972 Dodge Challenger is newer by 19 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 31 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Challenger. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp weights approximately 254 kg more than 1972 Dodge Challenger. 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 @ 1800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Challenger. (256 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Challenger | 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | |
| Make | Dodge | Hudson |
| Model | Challenger | Super Wasp |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1599 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3030 mm |
