1951 Ford Vedette vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 49 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz A (90 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Ford Vedette weights approximately 33 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz A.
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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz A, 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz A (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Vedette. 2000 Mercedes-Benz A 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. 2000 Mercedes-Benz A will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1951 Ford Vedette | 2000 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Vedette | A |
Year Released | 1951 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2430 mm |