1954 Ford Vedette vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2001 Opel Corsa is newer by 47 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, 2001 Opel Corsa (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1954 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Ford Vedette weights approximately 190 kg more than 2001 Opel Corsa.
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, 2001 Opel Corsa, 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, 1954 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Vedette | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Vedette | Corsa |
Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2500 mm |