1954 Hudson Italia Coupe vs. 1997 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1997 Porsche Boxster is newer by 43 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, 1997 Porsche Boxster (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche Boxster 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, 1997 Porsche Boxster (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe. (214 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche Boxster 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 1997 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 1997 Porsche Boxster 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 | 1997 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Hudson | Porsche |
| Model | Italia Coupe | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3303 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 120.7 mm | 72 mm |
| 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 | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2360 mm |
