1951 Ford Vedette vs. 1981 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 1981 Lancia Gamma is newer by 30 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, 1981 Lancia Gamma (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 192 kg more than 1951 Ford Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1981 Lancia Gamma, 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, 1981 Lancia Gamma (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Ford Vedette | 1981 Lancia Gamma | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Vedette | Gamma |
Year Released | 1951 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |