1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe
To start off, 1976 Dodge Aspen is newer by 22 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen.
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, 1976 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe. (214 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Dodge Aspen | 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe | |
Make | Dodge | Hudson |
Model | Aspen | Italia Coupe |
Year Released | 1976 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3303 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 120.7 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |