2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 55 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe. (214 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hudson |
Model | Silverado | Italia Coupe |
Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3303 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2670 mm |