1951 Ford Vedette vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 55 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette.
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, 2006 Honda Accord, 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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Ford Vedette | 2006 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Vedette | Accord |
Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |