Compare in what sense? I owned a Hustler many moons ago now, and don't recall much about the ride to be honest. I have 3 Nicolais and another on order. What I can tell you is the Nics are way better quality than the Hustler IMO (or other bikes I've had for that matter). They are also phenomenal rides (but then again, there are plenty of perfectly good FS bikes out there), with good CS direct from the man himself if you need it….etc etc…