1953 Ford Vedette vs. 1999 Honda Z
To start off, 1999 Honda Z is newer by 46 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 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Ford Vedette should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Ford Vedette weights approximately 165 kg more than 1999 Honda Z. 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, 1999 Honda Z, 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Ford Vedette | 1999 Honda Z | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Vedette | Z |
Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |