1951 Ford Vedette vs. 1991 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1991 Peugeot 106 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 Peugeot 106 (75 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Ford Vedette weights approximately 308 kg more than 1991 Peugeot 106.
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 Peugeot 106, 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, 1951 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Peugeot 106. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1951 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ford Vedette | 1991 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Vedette | 106 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2480 mm |
