1954 Hudson Italia Coupe vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 58 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 GMC Savana (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe. (214 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana 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 | 2012 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Hudson | GMC |
| Model | Italia Coupe | Savana |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3303 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3429 mm |
