1951 Ford Vedette vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 53 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Ford Vedette weights approximately 118 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt.
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, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt, 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt (126 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ford Vedette | 2004 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Vedette | Colt |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2550 mm |
