2004 Ford Focus vs. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 51 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 32 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp weights approximately 399 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Ford Focus, 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | |
| Make | Ford | Hudson |
| Model | Focus | Super Wasp |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1599 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
