1954 Hudson Italia Coupe vs. 2007 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avalon is newer by 53 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 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avalon (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe.
Because 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avalon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Toyota Avalon (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe. (214 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avalon 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 | 2007 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Hudson | Toyota |
Model | Italia Coupe | Avalon |
Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3303 cc | 3458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 120.7 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |