1954 Hudson Italia Coupe vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 52 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (285 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe. (214 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Hudson | Hyundai |
| Model | Italia Coupe | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3303 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 120.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
