1988 Honda Legend vs. 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe
To start off, 1988 Honda Legend is newer by 34 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, 1988 Honda Legend (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe.
Because 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Honda Legend (241 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe. (214 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe | |
Make | Honda | Hudson |
Model | Legend | Italia Coupe |
Year Released | 1988 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3303 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 120.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |