2009 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe
To start off, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan 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 3,303 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan 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, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan, 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, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe. (214 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe | |
| Make | Dodge | Hudson |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Italia Coupe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 3303 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 120.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2670 mm |
