1974 DAF 66 vs. 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe
To start off, 1974 DAF 66 is newer by 20 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, 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1974 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe should accelerate faster than 1974 DAF 66.
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, 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe (214 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 DAF 66 | 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe | |
| Make | DAF | Hudson |
| Model | 66 | Italia Coupe |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 3303 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 120.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2670 mm |
