1951 Ford Vedette vs. 2009 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2009 Fiat Stilo is newer by 58 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, 2009 Fiat Stilo (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 167 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 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, 2009 Fiat Stilo, 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, 2009 Fiat Stilo (256 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ford Vedette | 2009 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Vedette | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1910 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 | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
