1951 Ford Vedette vs. 1968 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1968 Lancia Fulvia is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lancia Fulvia (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Ford Vedette weights approximately 128 kg more than 1968 Lancia Fulvia.
Because 1951 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 1951 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Lancia Fulvia, 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, 1968 Lancia Fulvia (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Ford Vedette | 1968 Lancia Fulvia | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Vedette | Fulvia |
Year Released | 1951 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2340 mm |