1977 Fiat 126 vs. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp
To start off, 1977 Fiat 126 is newer by 24 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 117 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp weights approximately 1019 kg more than 1977 Fiat 126. 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 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 126 | 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | |
| Make | Fiat | Hudson |
| Model | 126 | Super Wasp |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1599 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 75 L |
