1950 Ford Vedette vs. 2010 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Audi A3 is newer by 60 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, 2010 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1950 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A3 weights approximately 445 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 2010 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Ford Vedette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 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, 2010 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Ford Vedette | 2010 Audi A3 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Vedette | A3 |
Year Released | 1950 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2578 mm |