1950 Ford Vedette vs. 1995 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Polo (73 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1950 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Ford Vedette weights approximately 165 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 1950 Ford Vedette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Polo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Volkswagen Polo (129 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Ford Vedette | 1995 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Vedette | Polo |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
