1954 Hudson Italia Coupe vs. 1991 Italdesign Nazca

To start off, 1991 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 37 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Italdesign Nazca (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Italdesign Nazca 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, 1991 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe. (214 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1991 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe. 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe has automatic transmission and 1991 Italdesign Nazca has manual transmission. 1991 Italdesign Nazca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1954 Hudson Italia Coupe 1991 Italdesign Nazca
Make Hudson Italdesign
Model Italia Coupe Nazca
Year Released 1954 1991
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3303 cc 4988 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 114 HP 350 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 214 Nm 470 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 4000 RPM
Top Speed 153 km/hour 297 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1120 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2600 mm


 

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