1985 Austin Montego vs. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp
To start off, 1985 Austin Montego is newer by 32 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 26 more horse power than 1985 Austin Montego. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp weights approximately 519 kg more than 1985 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Hudson Super Wasp is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Austin Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Montego. (181 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Austin Montego | 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | |
| Make | Austin | Hudson |
| Model | Montego | Super Wasp |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1599 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3030 mm |
