2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 51 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (544 Nm) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe. (214 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hudson |
| Model | Corvette | Italia Coupe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3303 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 120.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |
