2009 Honda Element vs. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp
To start off, 2009 Honda Element 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Hudson Super Wasp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element 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 470 kg more than 2009 Honda Element.
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, 2009 Honda Element, 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Element | 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | |
| Make | Honda | Hudson |
| Model | Element | Super Wasp |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1599 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
