1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp
To start off, 1986 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Hudson Super Wasp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Hudson Super Wasp would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Hudson Super Wasp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Hudson Super Wasp should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Hudson Super Wasp weights approximately 679 kg more than 1986 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 Wasp (349 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Hudson Super Wasp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 1953 Hudson Super Wasp | |
| Make | Fiat | Hudson |
| Model | Ritmo | Super Wasp |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1599 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 75 L |
