1952 Ford Vedette vs. 1994 Rover 400
To start off, 1994 Rover 400 is newer by 42 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, 1994 Rover 400 (88 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1952 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 400 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1952 Ford Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Rover 400, 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, 1994 Rover 400 (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ford Vedette | 1994 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Vedette | 400 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2560 mm |
