1986 Holden Drover vs. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp
To start off, 1986 Holden Drover 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, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1986 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp weights approximately 689 kg more than 1986 Holden Drover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Holden Drover will offer significantly more control. 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 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Holden Drover | 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | |
Make | Holden | Hudson |
Model | Drover | Super Wasp |
Year Released | 1986 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1599 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3030 mm |