1952 Ford Vedette vs. 2010 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2010 Fiat Stilo is newer by 58 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, 2010 Fiat Stilo (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1952 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 285 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, 2010 Fiat Stilo, 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, 2010 Fiat Stilo (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ford Vedette | 2010 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Vedette | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
