1950 Ford Vedette vs. 2003 Subaru R2
To start off, 2003 Subaru R2 is newer by 53 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, 1950 Ford Vedette (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2003 Subaru R2. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Ford Vedette should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru R2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Ford Vedette weights approximately 355 kg more than 2003 Subaru R2. 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, 2003 Subaru R2, 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, 1950 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru R2. (58 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1950 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru R2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Ford Vedette | 2003 Subaru R2 | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Vedette | R2 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2370 mm |
