1999 AC Cobra vs. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp
To start off, 1999 AC Cobra is newer by 46 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Cobra (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Cobra 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 574 kg more than 1999 AC Cobra.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 AC Cobra (522 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (349 Nm). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Cobra | 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | |
| Make | AC | Hudson |
| Model | Cobra | Super Wasp |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1599 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |
