1954 Hudson Italia Coupe vs. 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600
To start off, 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe should accelerate faster than 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600.
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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe | 1968 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | |
| Make | Hudson | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Italia Coupe | Aero-Willys 2600 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3303 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 120.7 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2740 mm |
