1951 Ford Vedette vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 62 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 192 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 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Ford Vedette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Ford Vedette | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Vedette | Impreza |
Year Released | 1951 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1988 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2645 mm |