1950 Ford Vedette vs. 2010 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2010 Pontiac Vibe 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Pontiac Vibe (159 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1950 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Pontiac Vibe 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, 2010 Pontiac Vibe, 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, 2010 Pontiac Vibe (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Ford Vedette | 2010 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Vedette | Vibe |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
