1952 Ford Vedette vs. 2009 Honda Stream
To start off, 2009 Honda Stream is newer by 57 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, 2009 Honda Stream (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1952 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Stream weights approximately 351 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, 2009 Honda Stream, 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, 2009 Honda Stream (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Ford Vedette | 2009 Honda Stream | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Vedette | Stream |
Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2730 mm |