1979 GMC Suburban vs. 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe
To start off, 1979 GMC Suburban is newer by 25 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 GMC Suburban (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 GMC Suburban 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, 1979 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe. (214 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 GMC Suburban | 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe | |
| Make | GMC | Hudson |
| Model | Suburban | Italia Coupe |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3303 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2670 mm |
