1995 Ford Royale vs. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp
To start off, 1995 Ford Royale is newer by 42 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 31 more horse power than 1995 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Royale.
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, 1995 Ford Royale, 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Royale.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Royale | 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | |
| Make | Ford | Hudson |
| Model | Royale | Super Wasp |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3030 mm |
