2005 Ford F-150 vs. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 52 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, 2005 Ford F-150 (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 526 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.
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, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp (349 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford F-150. (342 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford F-150. 2005 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1953 Hudson Super Wasp has manual transmission. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-150 | 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | |
| Make | Ford | Hudson |
| Model | F-150 | Super Wasp |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1599 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 75 L |
