1954 Hudson Italia Coupe vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 59 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (266 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Hudson Italia Coupe. (214 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS 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 | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Hudson | Cadillac |
| Model | Italia Coupe | CTS |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3303 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 120.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.3 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1442 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2880 mm |
