1951 Ford Vedette vs. 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+ 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 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+ (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+ should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Ford Vedette weights approximately 153 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+.
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, 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+, 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+. (117 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1951 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Ford Vedette | 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Vedette | Wagon R+ |
Year Released | 1951 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2340 mm |