1954 Ford Vedette vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 55 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, 1954 Ford Vedette (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ford Vedette should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 325 kg more than 1954 Ford Vedette.
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, 2009 Mitsubishi Colt, 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, 1954 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Vedette | 2009 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Vedette | Colt |
Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2500 mm |