1953 Ford Vedette vs. 2012 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 59 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, 2012 Volkswagen Polo (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1953 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 25 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, 2012 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 2012 Volkswagen Polo (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Vedette | 2012 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Vedette | Polo |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |
