1956 Ford Vedette vs. 2009 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Outback Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1956 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Vedette.
Because 2009 Subaru Outback Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Ford Vedette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Outback Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Vedette | 2009 Subaru Outback Sport | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Vedette | Outback Sport |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |
