1954 Hudson Italia Coupe vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 58 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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd 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, 2012 Kia Cee'd, 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Hudson | Kia |
| Model | Italia Coupe | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3303 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 120.7 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
