1952 Ford Vedette vs. 2013 Honda Fit
To start off, 2013 Honda Fit is newer by 61 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, 2013 Honda Fit (115 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1952 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Ford Vedette weights approximately 9 kg more than 2013 Honda Fit.
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, 2013 Honda Fit, 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, 2013 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Ford Vedette | 2013 Honda Fit | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Vedette | Fit |
Year Released | 1952 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1525 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2500 mm |