1953 Ford Vedette vs. 2008 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda FR-V is newer by 55 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, 2008 Honda FR-V (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1953 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda FR-V weights approximately 324 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 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, 2008 Honda FR-V, 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, 2008 Honda FR-V (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Vedette. 2008 Honda FR-V has automatic transmission and 1953 Ford Vedette has manual transmission. 1953 Ford Vedette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda FR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Vedette | 2008 Honda FR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Vedette | FR-V |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1449 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2690 mm |
