1954 Hudson Italia Coupe vs. 1977 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1977 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 23 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 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Pontiac Firebird (145 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe.
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, 1977 Pontiac Firebird (324 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe. (214 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1977 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe | 1977 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Hudson | Pontiac |
| Model | Italia Coupe | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3303 cc | 5012 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 120.7 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |
