1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 43 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 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 316 kg more than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp (349 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hudson |
| Model | Blazer | Super Wasp |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1599 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3030 mm |
