1950 Ford Vedette vs. 1998 Opel Meriva
To start off, 1998 Opel Meriva 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 Opel Meriva (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1950 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Meriva weights approximately 225 kg more than 1950 Ford Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Opel Meriva, 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 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Ford Vedette | 1998 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Vedette | Meriva |
Year Released | 1950 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2640 mm |