1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 33 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, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial 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 189 kg more than 1986 Ferrari Mondial.
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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari Mondial. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Mondial | 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | |
| Make | Ferrari | Hudson |
| Model | Mondial | Super Wasp |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1599 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 75 L |
