1952 Ford Vedette vs. 2002 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2002 Honda S-MX is newer by 50 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, 2002 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1952 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda S-MX weights approximately 205 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 2002 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Ford Vedette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda S-MX 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, 2002 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ford Vedette | 2002 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Vedette | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
