1951 Ford Vedette vs. 2006 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2006 Suzuki SX4 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 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki SX4 (118 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 327 kg more than 1951 Ford Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Suzuki SX4 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, 2006 Suzuki SX4 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, 2006 Suzuki SX4 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Ford Vedette | 2006 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Vedette | SX4 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1909 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |