1951 Ford Vedette vs. 1988 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1988 Plymouth Colt 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 Plymouth Colt (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Plymouth Colt weights approximately 2 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, 1988 Plymouth Colt, 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, 1988 Plymouth Colt (191 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Plymouth Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Ford Vedette | 1988 Plymouth Colt | |
Make | Ford | Plymouth |
Model | Vedette | Colt |
Year Released | 1951 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2400 mm |