1954 Hudson Italia Coupe vs. 2009 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander 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 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe.
Because 2009 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe. (214 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Freelander 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 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Hudson | Land Rover |
| Model | Italia Coupe | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3303 cc | 3190 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 120.7 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
