1951 Ford Vedette vs. 1999 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 1999 Toyota Yaris is newer by 48 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, both vehicles can yield 66 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Ford Vedette weights approximately 210 kg more than 1999 Toyota Yaris.
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, 1999 Toyota Yaris, 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1951 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ford Vedette | 1999 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Vedette | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2380 mm |
