1950 Ford Vedette vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 48 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz A (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1950 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Ford Vedette weights approximately 30 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A.
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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz A, 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz A (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Ford Vedette | 1998 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Vedette | A |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2430 mm |
