1955 Ford Vedette vs. 2004 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2004 Honda FR-V is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda FR-V (153 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1955 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda FR-V weights approximately 345 kg more than 1955 Ford Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda FR-V, 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, 2004 Honda FR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Vedette | 2004 Honda FR-V | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Vedette | FR-V |
Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2690 mm |