1953 Ford Vedette vs. 1972 TVR 1600
To start off, 1972 TVR 1600 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 TVR 1600 (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1953 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 TVR 1600 should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Ford Vedette weights approximately 229 kg more than 1972 TVR 1600.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1972 TVR 1600 (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 TVR 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Ford Vedette | 1972 TVR 1600 | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Vedette | 1600 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 896 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2290 mm |