1954 Hudson Italia Coupe vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul is newer by 56 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, 2010 Kia Soul (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Soul 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, 2010 Kia Soul, 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, 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe (214 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Soul. (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe | 2010 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Hudson | Kia |
| Model | Italia Coupe | Soul |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3303 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2550 mm |
