1951 Ford Vedette vs. 2002 Holden Barina
To start off, 2002 Holden Barina is newer by 51 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, 2002 Holden Barina (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Ford Vedette weights approximately 66 kg more than 2002 Holden Barina.
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, 2002 Holden Barina, 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Barina. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1951 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Barina. 2002 Holden Barina 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. 2002 Holden Barina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ford Vedette | 2002 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Vedette | Barina |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2500 mm |
