1953 Ford Vedette vs. 1993 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1993 Subaru Impreza is newer by 40 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, 1993 Subaru Impreza (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1953 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Ford Vedette weights approximately 7 kg more than 1993 Subaru Impreza.
Because 1993 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Ford Vedette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Impreza 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, 1993 Subaru Impreza (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Vedette | 1993 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Vedette | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1118 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |
