1953 Ford Vedette vs. 2006 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2006 Subaru Outback is newer by 53 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Outback (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1953 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Outback weights approximately 424 kg more than 1953 Ford Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Outback 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, 2006 Subaru Outback 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, 2006 Subaru Outback (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Vedette | 2006 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Vedette | Outback |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |
