1953 Ford Vedette vs. 2011 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2011 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 58 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Wrangler (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1953 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 723 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 2011 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2011 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2011 Jeep Wrangler (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Vedette | 2011 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Vedette | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1848 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2946 mm |
