1951 Ford Vedette vs. 1980 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 1980 Subaru Coupe is newer by 29 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, 1980 Subaru Coupe (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Subaru Coupe should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Ford Vedette weights approximately 210 kg more than 1980 Subaru Coupe.
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, 1980 Subaru Coupe, 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Subaru Coupe. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1951 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Subaru Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ford Vedette | 1980 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Vedette | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |
