1951 Ford Vedette vs. 1982 Zastava 102
To start off, 1982 Zastava 102 is newer by 31 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, 1951 Ford Vedette (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1982 Zastava 102. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Ford Vedette should accelerate faster than 1982 Zastava 102. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Ford Vedette weights approximately 358 kg more than 1982 Zastava 102. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Zastava 102. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1951 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Zastava 102.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ford Vedette | 1982 Zastava 102 | |
| Make | Ford | Zastava |
| Model | Vedette | 102 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2160 mm |
