1982 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1960 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 1982 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Hudson Metropolitan would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Fiat Ritmo (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. (47 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 102 kg more than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Hudson Metropolitan.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Fiat Ritmo | 1960 Hudson Metropolitan | |
Make | Fiat | Hudson |
Model | Ritmo | Metropolitan |
Year Released | 1982 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 818 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2170 mm |