1952 Ford Vedette vs. 2007 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2007 Kia Cee'd is newer by 55 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, 2007 Kia Cee'd (108 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1952 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 138 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, 2007 Kia Cee'd, 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, 2007 Kia Cee'd (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Ford Vedette | 2007 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Vedette | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1263 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |