2006 Honda Jazz vs. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp
To start off, 2006 Honda Jazz 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, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2006 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Jazz weights approximately 393 kg more than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp.
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, 2006 Honda Jazz, 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Jazz | 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | |
| Make | Honda | Hudson |
| Model | Jazz | Super Wasp |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1599 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 75 L |
