1954 Hudson Italia Coupe vs. 1968 Volvo 120
To start off, 1968 Volvo 120 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe would be higher. At 3,303 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe (114 HP) has 47 more horse power than 1968 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo 120.
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, 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe (214 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe | 1968 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Hudson | Volvo |
| Model | Italia Coupe | 120 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3303 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 120.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
