1951 Ford Vedette vs. 1991 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 1991 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 40 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, 1991 Hyundai Lantra (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Ford Vedette weights approximately 18 kg more than 1991 Hyundai Lantra.
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, 1991 Hyundai Lantra, 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, 1991 Hyundai Lantra (139 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Ford Vedette | 1991 Hyundai Lantra | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Vedette | Lantra |
Year Released | 1951 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |