1954 Ford Vedette vs. 2003 Holden Zafira
To start off, 2003 Holden Zafira is newer by 49 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Zafira (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1954 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Zafira weights approximately 335 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, 2003 Holden Zafira, 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, 2003 Holden Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Vedette. 2003 Holden Zafira 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. 2003 Holden Zafira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1954 Ford Vedette | 2003 Holden Zafira | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Vedette | Zafira |
Year Released | 1954 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2700 mm |