1953 Ford Vedette vs. 1992 Rover Mini
To start off, 1992 Rover Mini is newer by 39 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, 1953 Ford Vedette (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1992 Rover Mini. (51 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Ford Vedette should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Ford Vedette weights approximately 435 kg more than 1992 Rover Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 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 1953 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Rover Mini, 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, 1953 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover Mini. (89 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1953 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Vedette | 1992 Rover Mini | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Vedette | Mini |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2040 mm |
