1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 1952 Ford Vedette
To start off, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1952 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro should accelerate faster than 1952 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Ford Vedette weights approximately 5 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 1952 Ford Vedette | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Comodoro | Vedette |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2470 cc | 2157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
