1951 Ford Vedette vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Verada

To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 42 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Verada (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 387 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, 1993 Mitsubishi Verada, 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, 1993 Mitsubishi Verada (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Vedette. 1993 Mitsubishi Verada has automatic transmission and 1951 Ford Vedette has manual transmission. 1951 Ford Vedette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1951 Ford Vedette 1993 Mitsubishi Verada
Make Ford Mitsubishi
Model Vedette Verada
Year Released 1951 1993
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2158 cc 2972 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 66 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 122 Nm 235 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1128 kg 1515 kg
Vehicle Length 4680 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2730 mm


 

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