1950 Ford Vedette vs. 2005 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 55 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, 2005 Honda HR-V (119 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1950 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 192 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 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Ford Vedette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Honda HR-V (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Ford Vedette | 2005 Honda HR-V | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Vedette | HR-V |
Year Released | 1950 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1317 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |