1952 Ford Vedette vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 60 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1952 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 630 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, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159, 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, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Ford Vedette | 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Vedette | 159 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
