1950 Ford Vedette vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 57 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, 2007 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1950 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Vedette.
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, 2007 Honda Civic, 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, 2007 Honda Civic (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Ford Vedette | 2007 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Vedette | Civic |
Year Released | 1950 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |