1951 Ford Vedette vs. 2007 Hyundai Veracruz
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 56 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz 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, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz, 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, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Vedette. 2007 Hyundai Veracruz 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. 2007 Hyundai Veracruz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ford Vedette | 2007 Hyundai Veracruz | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Vedette | Veracruz |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2810 mm |
