1950 Ford Vedette vs. 2006 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2006 Nissan Altima is newer by 56 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 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1950 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Altima weights approximately 415 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, 2006 Nissan Altima, 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, 2006 Nissan Altima (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Ford Vedette | 2006 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Vedette | Altima |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2810 mm |
