2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 53 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, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado 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 143 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hudson |
Model | Colorado | Super Wasp |
Year Released | 2006 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2769 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 111.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1599 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 75 L |