1954 Hudson Italia Coupe vs. 2011 Volvo S80
To start off, 2011 Volvo S80 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 Volvo S80 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe.
Because 2011 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S80 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, 2011 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe. (214 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo S80 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 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Hudson | Volvo |
| Model | Italia Coupe | S80 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3303 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2835 mm |
