1951 Ford Vedette vs. 1994 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1994 Opel Corsa is newer by 43 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, 1994 Opel Corsa (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Ford Vedette weights approximately 168 kg more than 1994 Opel Corsa.
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, 1994 Opel Corsa, 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, 1994 Opel Corsa (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ford Vedette | 1994 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Vedette | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2450 mm |
