1951 Ford Vedette vs. 1986 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1986 Lancia Delta is newer by 35 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, 1986 Lancia Delta (163 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lancia Delta weights approximately 52 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 1986 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Ford Vedette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Delta will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 Lancia Delta (291 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ford Vedette | 1986 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Vedette | Delta |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2490 mm |
