1958 Ford Vedette vs. 2003 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2003 Subaru Forester is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Forester (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1958 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Forester weights approximately 275 kg more than 1958 Ford Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ford Vedette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Forester 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, 2003 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Vedette. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Vedette | 2003 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Vedette | Forester |
Year Released | 1958 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |