1951 Ford Vedette vs. 1996 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1996 Opel Calibra is newer by 45 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, 1996 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Calibra weights approximately 62 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Opel Calibra (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Ford Vedette | 1996 Opel Calibra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Vedette | Calibra |
Year Released | 1951 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |