1952 Ford Vedette vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1952 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Vedette.
Because 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Ford Vedette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ford Vedette | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Vedette | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2649 mm |
