2007 Honda Pilot vs. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot is newer by 54 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, 2007 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 411 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.
Because 2007 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot will offer significantly more control. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Pilot. (326 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Pilot. 2007 Honda Pilot 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. 2007 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Pilot | 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | |
| Make | Honda | Hudson |
| Model | Pilot | Super Wasp |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1599 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 75 L |
