1951 Ford Vedette vs. 1986 Rover 825
To start off, 1986 Rover 825 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Rover 825 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Rover 825 (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Rover 825 should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Rover 825 weights approximately 348 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, 1986 Rover 825, 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, 1986 Rover 825 (268 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Rover 825 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Ford Vedette | 1986 Rover 825 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Vedette | 825 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 268 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2770 mm |