1992 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp
To start off, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 39 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, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid 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 149 kg more than 1992 Citroen Rally Raid.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (349 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen Rally Raid | 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | |
| Make | Citroen | Hudson |
| Model | Rally Raid | Super Wasp |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1599 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3030 mm |
