1952 Ford Vedette vs. 2011 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2011 Ford Bantam is newer by 59 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, 2011 Ford Bantam (74 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1952 Ford Vedette. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Ford Vedette weights approximately 105 kg more than 2011 Ford Bantam.
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, 2011 Ford Bantam, 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, 1952 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1952 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ford Vedette | 2011 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Vedette | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2670 mm |
