1954 Ford Vedette vs. 2011 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 57 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, 2011 Suzuki Jimny (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1954 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Vedette.
Because 2011 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Ford Vedette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1954 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Vedette | 2011 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Vedette | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2260 mm |
