1954 Ford Vedette vs. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 59 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1954 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 385 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 2013 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Ford Vedette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi 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, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Vedette. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi 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. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Vedette | 2013 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Vedette | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2700 mm |
