1951 Ford Vedette vs. 2005 Toyota Sparky
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sparky is newer by 54 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, 2005 Toyota Sparky (86 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sparky should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Ford Vedette weights approximately 58 kg more than 2005 Toyota Sparky.
Because 2005 Toyota Sparky 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, 2005 Toyota Sparky 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, 2005 Toyota Sparky (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Sparky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Ford Vedette | 2005 Toyota Sparky | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Vedette | Sparky |
Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1900 mm |