1953 Ford Vedette vs. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 57 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (276 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1953 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 645 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, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe, 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, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Vedette. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe 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. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Ford Vedette | 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Vedette | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4676 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2700 mm |