1954 Ford Vedette vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 53 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1954 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Vedette.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Vedette. 2007 Kia Rondo 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. 2007 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Vedette | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Vedette | Rondo |
Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |