1951 Ford Vedette vs. 1984 Subaru DL
To start off, 1984 Subaru DL is newer by 33 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, 1984 Subaru DL (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Subaru DL should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Ford Vedette weights approximately 308 kg more than 1984 Subaru DL.
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, 1984 Subaru DL, 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Subaru DL. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1951 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Subaru DL.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Ford Vedette | 1984 Subaru DL | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Vedette | DL |
Year Released | 1951 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1298 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 | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |