1954 Ford Vedette vs. 1991 Rover 820
To start off, 1991 Rover 820 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rover 820 (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1954 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rover 820 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Rover 820 weights approximately 283 kg more than 1954 Ford Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Rover 820, 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, 1991 Rover 820 (215 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Rover 820 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Vedette | 1991 Rover 820 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Vedette | 820 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1408 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2780 mm |