1950 Ford Vedette vs. 2004 Tata E
To start off, 2004 Tata E is newer by 54 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Tata E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Tata E (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1950 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Tata E should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Tata E weights approximately 245 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Tata E (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Tata E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Ford Vedette | 2004 Tata E | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Vedette | E |
Year Released | 1950 | 2004 |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2810 mm |