1988 Honda Shuttle vs. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp
To start off, 1988 Honda Shuttle is newer by 35 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 1988 Honda Shuttle. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp weights approximately 519 kg more than 1988 Honda Shuttle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Honda Shuttle 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, 1988 Honda Shuttle 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 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (148 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Shuttle | 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | |
| Make | Honda | Hudson |
| Model | Shuttle | Super Wasp |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1599 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3030 mm |
