1952 Ford Vedette vs. 1981 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1981 Lancia Delta is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,157 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1952 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Ford Vedette weights approximately 189 kg more than 1981 Lancia Delta.
Because 1952 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 1952 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Lancia Delta, 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, 1952 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1952 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ford Vedette | 1981 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Vedette | Delta |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2480 mm |
