1954 Ford Vedette vs. 2007 Proton Arena
To start off, 2007 Proton Arena 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 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Proton Arena (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1954 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Proton Arena should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Ford Vedette weights approximately 90 kg more than 2007 Proton Arena.
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, 2007 Proton Arena, 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, 2007 Proton Arena (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Proton Arena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Vedette | 2007 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Vedette | Arena |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
