1985 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1953 Hudson Super Jet
To start off, 1985 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Hudson Super Jet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Hudson Super Jet would be higher. At 3,303 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Hudson Super Jet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Hudson Super Jet (114 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Hudson Super Jet should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Hudson Super Jet weights approximately 558 kg more than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Hudson Super Jet (252 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Jet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Ritmo | 1953 Hudson Super Jet | |
| Make | Fiat | Hudson |
| Model | Ritmo | Super Jet |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3303 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 120.7 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
