2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe. (214 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe | |
| Make | Ford | Hudson |
| Model | Excursion | Italia Coupe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3303 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 120.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2670 mm |
