1956 Ford Vedette vs. 2013 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2013 Honda CR-V is newer by 57 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda CR-V (182 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1956 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda CR-V weights approximately 374 kg more than 1956 Ford Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Ford Vedette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda CR-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, 2013 Honda CR-V (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Vedette. 2013 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1956 Ford Vedette has manual transmission. 1956 Ford Vedette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Vedette | 2013 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Vedette | CR-V |
Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1499 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1644 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2620 mm |