1952 Ford Vedette vs. 2005 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 53 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, 2005 Honda HR-V (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1952 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 184 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 2005 Honda HR-V 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, 2005 Honda HR-V 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, 2005 Honda HR-V (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ford Vedette | 2005 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Vedette | HR-V |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1309 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2460 mm |
