1954 Ford Vedette vs. 2005 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Aerio is newer by 51 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Aerio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Aerio (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1954 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Aerio should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Aerio weights approximately 82 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, 2005 Suzuki Aerio, 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, 2005 Suzuki Aerio (206 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki Aerio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Vedette | 2005 Suzuki Aerio | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Vedette | Aerio |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1207 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2490 mm |
