1954 Ford Vedette vs. 2004 MG TF
To start off, 2004 MG TF is newer by 50 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, 2004 MG TF (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1954 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Ford Vedette weights approximately 25 kg more than 2004 MG TF.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 MG TF (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Vedette | 2004 MG TF | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Vedette | TF |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2380 mm |
