1965 Fiat Coupe vs. 1951 Ford Vedette
To start off, 1965 Fiat Coupe is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,277 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Fiat Coupe (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 102 kg more than 1951 Ford Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Fiat Coupe (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Fiat Coupe | 1951 Ford Vedette | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Coupe | Vedette |
Year Released | 1965 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2277 cc | 2158 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1128 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |