1951 Ford Vedette vs. 1975 Simca 1307
To start off, 1975 Simca 1307 is newer by 24 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, 1975 Simca 1307 (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Simca 1307 should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Ford Vedette weights approximately 88 kg more than 1975 Simca 1307.
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, 1975 Simca 1307, 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, 1951 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1307. (107 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1951 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ford Vedette | 1975 Simca 1307 | |
| Make | Ford | Simca |
| Model | Vedette | 1307 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
