2002 Dodge Viper vs. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp
To start off, 2002 Dodge Viper is newer by 49 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 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Viper 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 64 kg more than 2002 Dodge Viper.
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, 2002 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (349 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Viper | 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | |
| Make | Dodge | Hudson |
| Model | Viper | Super Wasp |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8275 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1599 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
