1954 Ford Vedette vs. 2010 Citroen C6
To start off, 2010 Citroen C6 is newer by 56 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C6 (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1954 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C6 weights approximately 690 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, 2010 Citroen C6, 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, 2010 Citroen C6 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Vedette. 2010 Citroen C6 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. 2010 Citroen C6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Vedette | 2010 Citroen C6 | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Vedette | C6 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2910 mm |
