1954 Hudson Italia Coupe vs. 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 55 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera, 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe. (214 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera 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 | 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | |
| Make | Hudson | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Italia Coupe | Brera |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3303 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
