1951 Ford Vedette vs. 2001 Honda Avancier
To start off, 2001 Honda Avancier is newer by 50 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 2,254 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Avancier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Avancier (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Avancier weights approximately 492 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 2001 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Ford Vedette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Avancier will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Honda Avancier (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Avancier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Vedette. 2001 Honda Avancier 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. 2001 Honda Avancier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Ford Vedette | 2001 Honda Avancier | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Vedette | Avancier |
Year Released | 1951 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 2254 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2770 mm |