1951 Ford Vedette vs. 1988 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1988 Peugeot 205 is newer by 37 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, 1988 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Ford Vedette weights approximately 338 kg more than 1988 Peugeot 205.
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, 1988 Peugeot 205, 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, both vehicles can yield 122 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ford Vedette | 1988 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Vedette | 205 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2430 mm |
