2005 Honda Civic vs. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic 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, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp weights approximately 407 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. 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, 2005 Honda Civic, 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | |
| Make | Honda | Hudson |
| Model | Civic | Super Wasp |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1599 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
