1950 Ford Vedette vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1950 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 353 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 Volkswagen Passat, 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 Volkswagen Passat (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Ford Vedette. 2006 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 1950 Ford Vedette has manual transmission. 1950 Ford Vedette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Ford Vedette | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Vedette | Passat |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2720 mm |
