1954 Hudson Italia Coupe vs. 2000 Noble M12
To start off, 2000 Noble M12 is newer by 46 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, 2000 Noble M12 (307 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Noble M12 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, 2000 Noble M12 (435 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe. (214 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2000 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe. 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe has automatic transmission and 2000 Noble M12 has manual transmission. 2000 Noble M12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe | 2000 Noble M12 | |
| Make | Hudson | Noble |
| Model | Italia Coupe | M12 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3303 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 120.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2440 mm |
