1950 Ford Vedette vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 62 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, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1950 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 275 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, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Ford Vedette | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Vedette | Jetta |
Year Released | 1950 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4644 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2651 mm |