2009 Ford Expedition vs. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp

To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 56 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition 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 633 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.

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, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (349 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. 2009 Ford Expedition 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. 2009 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Ford Expedition 1953 Hudson Super Wasp
Make Ford Hudson
Model Expedition Super Wasp
Year Released 2009 1953
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5408 cc 4293 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 310 HP 140 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 495 Nm 349 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 1800 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 966 kg 1599 kg
Vehicle Length 5250 mm 5160 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1970 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 3030 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 106 L 75 L


 

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