1954 Hudson Italia Coupe vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 57 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, 2011 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord 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, 2011 Honda Accord, 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, 2011 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe. (214 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord 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 | 2011 Honda Accord | |
Make | Hudson | Honda |
Model | Italia Coupe | Accord |
Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3303 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
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 | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2799 mm |