1951 Ford Vedette vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 60 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 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Ford Vedette weights approximately 23 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Vedette. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado 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. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ford Vedette | 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Vedette | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3210 mm |
