1951 Ford Vedette vs. 1990 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1990 Peugeot 309 is newer by 39 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, 1990 Peugeot 309 (91 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 309 should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Ford Vedette weights approximately 238 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 309.
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, 1990 Peugeot 309, 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, 1990 Peugeot 309 (135 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Peugeot 309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ford Vedette | 1990 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Vedette | 309 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2480 mm |
