1954 Ford Vedette vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 46 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 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1954 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 425 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, 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante, 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, 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Vedette. 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante has automatic transmission and 1954 Ford Vedette has manual transmission. 1954 Ford Vedette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Vedette | 2000 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Vedette | Diamante |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 2971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2730 mm |
