2008 Honda Civic vs. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 55 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 2 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp weights approximately 213 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | |
| Make | Honda | Hudson |
| Model | Civic | Super Wasp |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1599 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
